Lionel Messi's record in FIFA World Cup final
Messi is set to play in his third FIFA World Cup final.
The 39-year-old Lionel Messi has had an almost unparalleled career, amassing a brilliant track record and consistently rising to the occasion, including a string of star appearances at FIFA’s premier men’s tournament. He can now top off an already incredible career by winning a second World Cup.
The exciting, Lionel Messi-inspired come-from-behind victory against England means Argentina’s captain has advanced to his third final at the World Cup.
To commemorate this feat, we look back at the Argentine star’s trips to the final of football’s pinnacle.
FIFA World Cup 2014 final Brazil – Argentina vs Germany
Lionel Messi reached his first-ever FIFA World Cup final in his fourth appearance at the competition and faced Germany in the 2014 final.
Argentina’s wasted chances, particularly Gonzalo Higuaín’s first-half attempt, left them disappointed. Mario Gotze proved to be the match-winner midway through the second phase of extra time, using excellent touch to cushion Andre Schurrle’s lofted cross from the left before hitting a spectacular volley across the goal and into the net.
FIFA World Cup 2022 final Qatar – France vs Argentina
Lionel Messi led Argentina to victory in the FIFA World Cup 2022 Final, defeating France 4-2 on penalties after a dramatic 3-3 stalemate at Lusail Stadium. He scored two goals in the game and was awarded the official Player of the Match and Tournament MVP.
The championship match on December 18, 2022, is widely regarded as one of the greatest games in football history. Lionel Messi opened the score with a penalty in the 23rd minute. After Argentina grabbed a 2-0 lead, France attempted a comeback, taking the game into overtime. Messi scored his second goal in the 108th minute, giving Argentina a 3-2 lead. France tied the game again before forcing a shootout, which Argentina won.
Messi won the only big title that had eluded him during his career.
In which FIFA World Cup final did Lionel Messi score a goal?
He scored twice against France in World Cup 2022 final.
How many FIFA World Cups has Lionel Messi won?
He has won only one World Cup.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.