Lionel Messi

In a dramatic World Cup final match-up between Argentina and the defending champions France, Lionel Messi led his team and nation to their first World Cup win ...

Achieving his childhood dream of a World Cup title, Messi intends to keep playing for his national team for a little longer. But we have the greatest player of all time.”](https://sports.inquirer.net/490577/lionel-messis-argentina-in-world-cup-final-showdown-with-france) The determination of the entire Argentinian team helped their captain and nation win the most important title in the soccer world, and [many have hailed this World Cup Final as the best one ever](https://www.cnn.com/2022/12/19/football/argentina-france-best-world-cup-final-spt-intl/index.html). On top of holding the Ballon d’Or record, Messi holds multiple records across his club and national accomplishments. [has won title after title](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/lionel-messi-trophies-titles-honours-argentina-club-country/hyq968qglkkglqyv1de08tva) in the soccer world. Yet, after a disappointing entrance to the tournament, he came roaring back and became the first player in FIFA history to score a goal in the group stage, Round of 16, Quarterfinal, Semifinal, and Final. Netting his penalty, Messi led Argentina to win against France, who missed two of their penalty kicks in the shootout round, 4-2.