“A minute of silence for … Mbappe!” Emiliano Martinez mocks Kylian Mbappe during Argentina’s locker room celebration after winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup

“A minute of silence for … Mbappe!” Emiliano Martinez mocks Kylian Mbappe during Argentina’s locker room celebration after winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Emiliano Martinez and Kylian Mbappe

Emiliano Martinez couldn’t resist teasing Golden Boot winner Kylian Mbappe during Argentina’s post-game celebration soon after their World Cup victory on Sunday. The Argentinian goalkeeper had yet another stellar performance in the penalty shootouts, helping his team become world champions.

Martinez produced a valiant effort, thwarting a close-range attempt to force a penalty shootout. He then gave a thrilling exhibition of his agility and reflexes to help Argentina to a 4-2 victory. On the other hand, Kylian Mbappe showed why he is one of the best in the world with a distinctive hat trick that lit up the World Cup final. Despite his impressive tally of eight goals, he was ultimately unable to secure the championship title.

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The Argentina players celebrated their victory by joyfully dancing around the dressing room, singing in unison the words “a minute’s silence for,”. They then left a gap for their goalkeeper Martinez to yell out: “For Mbappe, who is dead!”. Kylian Mbappe exited Qatar, having earned the Golden Boot award as the most prolific scorer in the tournament with eight goals. Having only recently turned 23 years old, he has already equaled the number of World Cup goals scored by Pelé, totaling 12.

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Sergio Aguero was seen hoisting Lionel Messi aloft in celebration of Argentina’s World Cup success aginst Kylian Mbappe’s France

Lionel Messi

The FIFA World Cup in Qatar will go down in history for its memorable images. One of the most iconic shots was of Sergio Aguero carrying Lionel Messi on his shoulders during Argentina’s victory celebration. After the tournament awards were presented to the team, Aguero lifted Messi onto his shoulders as the crowd roared with enthusiasm for their national captain.

Sergio Aguero, who stepped away from international football last December after being diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmias, rejoined Argentina’s squad on Sunday to celebrate their win against France in penalty kicks. The three-time World Cup participant has been quietly taking part in their preparations over the last month, including participating in some training sessions. He presented Lionel Messi with the Man of the Match award following the semifinal victory over Croatia.

The GOAT debate eventually came down to who had the most international successes. Cristiano Ronaldo had an edge when he steered Portugal to a Euro Cup victory in 2016 and a Nations League title in 2019. Lionel Messi answered back with a Copa America win in 2021. The FIFA World Cup title was set as the ultimate bar to settle the ongoing rivalry. On Sunday night at the Lusail Stadium, Messi ended the Ronaldo supporters’ hopes when Argentina triumphed over France in a thrilling final.

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