FIFA World Cup final: Argentina win title, beating France 4-2 on penalties

FIFA World Cup Final: Argentina win title, beating France 4-2 on penalties

Kylian Mbappe scores twice in a matter of seconds to help France tie the game with Argentina at two goals each.

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Lionel Messi's goal was subsequently cancelled out by Mbappe's goal for France in the second half of extra time, tying the score at 3-3.

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The score remained 3-3 in extra-time, forcing it into penalties.

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Earlier, in the first half, Argentina enjoyed a 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Lionel Messi and Angel di Maria.

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Lionel Messi 'completed football' by winning his maiden FIFA World Cup title.

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