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The Cork native has been working for ITV throughout the tournament and has been hugely popular with football fans

The South American side went in at half-time with a 2-0 advantage.

Argentina 3-3 France (4-2 on pens): Lionel Messi finishes with his World Cup, in a story written by so many more

Doha (AFP) - Lionel Messi crowned his glittering career with victory in the World Cup on Sunday as Argentina beat France on penalties in a final for the ages, triumphing 4-2 in the shoot-out after Kylian Mbappe's hat-trick ensured the game ended level at 3-3 following extra time.

Argentina won their third World Cup in extraordinary style on Sunday, beating France 4-2 in a penalty shootout after Lionel Messi scored twice in a 3-3 draw that featured a hat-trick for Kylian Mbappe as the holders recovered from 2-0 down after 80 minutes. It was an incredible night of…

Argentina 3-3 France (4-2 on pens): Messi’s penalty and Di Maria’s finish looked to have won the World Cup but Mbappe struck twice in two minutes to force extra time, where both Messi and Mbappe netted again - and Montiel netted the all-important spot kick

A thrilling clash in Lusail was settled on penalties as Argentina beat France

Argentina ended their 36-year wait for World Cup glory with a 4-2 penalty shootout victory over France in a truly remarkable final.

Argentina 3-3 France (4-2 on pens): Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick was in vain as Lionel Messi instead won the trophy he wanted the most in his final World Cup game