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World Cup final: Messi’s moment, a superb tournament on the pitch, if not always off it – plus Southgate stays reaction

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World Cup - What's the Difference Between Argentina and France?

Argentina beat France 2-1 on penalties after a goalless draw in the World Cup final. Argentina's midfield was extraordinary, their energy levels were incredible. The grants towards the end of normal time were utterly brilliant. Gillian Mbappe would have had two World Cup winners medals if he'd won it at 23. So incredibly sad to see him with the golden boot trophated and being unable to do so inside the loose-ale stadium.

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