A whole year has passed since what many consider to be the most memorable football match ever played, and Lionel Messi is now commemorating the anniversary of his World Cup victory. Taking to Instagram, the Argentine captain expressed his joy on leading his nation to glory against France in the 2022 World Cup Final held in Qatar. In his caption, Messi wrote in Spanish, “It has been one year since the most incredible and thrilling moment of my career. The memories created during that time are simply unforgettable and will undoubtedly stay with me forever. Happy Anniversary to everyone!!!” The heartfelt post was accompanied by a series of pictures, capturing not only the jubilant scenes from within the stadium and the locker room but also the exuberant celebrations that took place in Argentina upon their triumphant return.
Lionel Messi is commemorating the one-year milestone since his glorious victory in the World Cup alongside his beloved national team, Argentina.
Describing his triumph in Qatar, he took to Instagram to express that it was the “most remarkable madness” he had ever experienced throughout his career.
Commentators and fans alike celebrated the memorable victory, with even Messi’s wife, teammates, and Inter Miami club joining in the excitement. Among the comments was a picture of Messi lying in bed with the prestigious World Cup trophy and a mate gourd in his hand. It has been exactly one year since Lionel Scaloni and Lionel Messi’s Argentina team triumphed over Didier Deschamps’ French team, an event highlighted by the clash between two of the best players in the world, Messi and Kylian Mbappe. Each player had their own motivations – one seeking to experience the thrill of winning the trophy for the first time, while the other aimed for a second taste of glory. Argentina took an early lead with a penalty kick converted by Messi after Angel Di Maria was fouled by Ousmane Dembele in the penalty area, putting them ahead 1-0. Di Maria then scored a magnificent goal just 13 minutes later, thanks to a well-executed play involving Julian Alvarez and Alexis Mac Allister. Despite relentless efforts from France, it wasn’t until the 80th minute that they managed to score from a penalty kick awarded after Nicolas Otamendi fouled Randal Kolo Muani in the box.
A heartwarming sight captured the legendary Lionel Messi sharing an intimate moment with the coveted World Cup trophy, marking his triumph over the formidable French team in the thrilling tournament held in Qatar.
Messi and his fellow Argentina teammates proudly displaying their well-deserved World Cup champions medals.
In the locker room after their victorious World Cup match, Messi, Angel Di Mari, and Nicolas Otamendi were jubilant. A remarkable moment occurred when Mbappe equalized just two minutes later, skillfully volleying a perfect pass from Marcus Thuram while falling to the ground. The ball found its way into the bottom right corner, resulting in a 2-2 scoreline. As 90 minutes were not enough to determine a winner, the game proceeded into extra time.
During this crucial period, Messi displayed his brilliance once again. He seized the opportunity to tap in a rebound off Hugo Lloris that narrowly crossed the goal line. Argentina now led 3-2 and victory seemed within reach for La Albiceleste. However, their hopes were dashed when Gonzalo Montiel, their fullback, unintentionally committed a handball in the penalty box. Mbappe, showing his prowess once more, confidently converted the penalty kick, etching his name in history as only the second person to score a hat trick in a World Cup final.
Messi spotted lounging on his bed, clutching the coveted World Cup trophy with utmost pride, while enjoying a sip from a traditional mate gourd.
An image taken from a video shows the Argentina national team returning to their homeland after their successful journey in Qatar. The crucial match reached a penalty shootout, where both Mbappe and Messi effortlessly scored their spot kicks. However, Coman’s well-hit penalty was flawlessly anticipated and saved by Argentina’s goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez. Dybala then fired a goal, putting Argentina ahead with a score of 2-1. The situation worsened for France when their midfielder, Tchouameni, completely missed his shot towards the right side of Martinez. Paredes successfully converted his penalty for Argentina, while Muani managed to keep France’s hopes alive by burying his shot down the middle. With his victory within reach, Montiel confidently approached the penalty spot, deceiving Lloris and effortlessly scoring his chance, ultimately securing Argentina’s third World Cup title. As the team returned home, the city of Buenos Aires erupted in celebration, and the streets filled with an exuberant crowd honoring their heroes. Days later, the triumphant team arrived back home to a hero’s welcome, deserving of their remarkable achievement.
