Argentina Wins World Cup in Thrilling Penalty Shootout

Messi leads Argentina to victory over defending champion France

Argentina has claimed its third World Cup title

Lionel Messi led Argentina to a stunning World Cup victory, beating defending champions France 4-2 on penalties after an enthralling 3-3 draw.

Argentina has claimed its third World Cup title with its victory in the penalty shootout against France, capping an extraordinary final that saw it take an early lead, surrender it, and then rally to win.

Messi, who is widely considered to be one of the greatest players of all time, scored twice in the match, including a stunning goal in the first half that gave Argentina an early lead.

Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick for France, including a late equalizer in the second half that sent the match to extra time.

In the end, it was Argentina who prevailed in the penalty shootout, with Messi scoring the winning penalty.

The victory is a major triumph for Argentina, which has now won three World Cups, tying it with Germany and Italy for third-most all-time.

It is also a personal triumph for Messi, who has long been considered to be one of the greatest players of all time.

The win is a fitting end to a remarkable World Cup, which has been full of surprises and excitement.