Argentina vs France

Reigning champions France face Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final, but who are our experts backing to take home the trophy?

They also have their own superstar match-winner in Mbappé and should shade the final. France probably edge on paper with Griezmann redefined and Giroud as good as any point of his career. As such, I fancy Didier Deschamps' side to become only the third back-to-back winners in the competition's 92-year history and Mbappé a two-time world champion before the age of 24. It is a final that could easily go all the way to extra-time and penalties. Argentina won the first two meetings in 1930 and 1978. Argentina and France have played each other three times in the World Cup, last meeting in Russia in 2018 when Didier Deschamps’s side won 4-3 in the Round of 16.

The biggest game in football is firmly upon us, as the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France draws ever closer.

However, [Morocco ](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/10/1131832-morocco-1-0-portugal-player-ratings-as-en-nesyri-goal-makes-african-history.html)then took the game to their opponents, with Jawad El Yamiq hitting the post before substitute Randal Kolo Muani turned in Kylian Mbappe’s deflected effort to send them through. In and around the area, he will cause Argentina a lot of problems due to his physicality and aerial abilities. Therefore, the nation will be desperate to go the distance in the final on Sunday, bringing [Lionel Messi](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/13/1132029-four-things-we-learnt-from-argentinas-stunning-semi-final-win-against-croatia.html) the elusive trophy that has been absent throughout his entire career on what is likely to be his last ever [World Cup](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/14/1132110-france-2-0-morocco-les-blues-edge-past-atlas-lions-to-reach-second-straight-world-cup-final.html) appearance. He has since broken the record to become France’s all-time leading goalscorer. So far, he has scored four goals in six matches and looks likely to cause France several problems. The side believes in their own abilities and have proven in the tournament that they can get results, even if they aren’t at their best. However, the nation used their experience and quality to get them over the line. Five minutes later, [Manchester City](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/08/1131613-world-cup-walker-will-not-roll-out-red-carpet-for-frances-mbappe.html) striker Julien Alvarez finished off an excellent team move to make it 2-0 before he added his second late on, again linking up with Messi. Even with Messi appearing to suffer a minor injury in the opening minutes, he pulled through and delivered for his country on the biggest stage of them all. Their team spirit, though, was extremely high. [Karim Benzema](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2021/06/18/1075272-hungary-vs-france-preview-how-to-watch-team-news-predicted-lineups-and-ones-to-watch.html) and midfielder [Paul](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/05/1131438-world-cup-2022-day-16-preview-neymar-set-to-return-as-brazil-v-south-korea-and-japan-v-croatia-continue-last-16-action.html) [Pogba](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/07/1131573-world-cup-similarities-course-through-latest-instalment-of-le-crunch.html). [France ](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/12/10/1131851-france-2-1-england-england-fall-short-against-france-and-exit-world-cup.html)took the lead inside five minutes through full-back [Theo](https://www.vavel.com/en/football/2022/12/14/1132102-france-2-0-morocco-player-ratings-as-les-bleus-secure-a-second-consecutive-world-cup-final.html) [Hernandez ](https://www.vavel.com/en/international-football/2022/11/26/1130573-france-2-1-denmark-post-match-player-ratings.html)when his acrobatic effort beat the goalkeeper.

A Lionel Messi inspired Argentina are looking to win their first title since 1986 and their third its history, While France and Kylian Mbappe are looking to ...

"It's many years for the next one and I don't think I'll be able to do it. Didier Deschamps response to Messi: "We will do everything humanly possible for that not to happen. France met Argentina in the last-16 of the 2018 World Cup. Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France dumped Lionel Messi and Argentina out of the World Cup with a 4-3 win in an outstanding round-of-16 tie in Kazan. History will be made regardless. A Lionel Messi inspired Argentina are looking to win their first title since 1986 and their third its history, While France and Kylian Mbappe are looking to create history by becoming the first side to retain the trophy in World Cup history.

Despite losing their opening game to Saudi Arabia, Argentina have reached the World Cup final thanks to victories over Mexico, Poland, Australia, the ...

As in the UK, coverage of the World Cup 2022 is entirely free to air. Paid provider Sky Sports are the World Cup 2022 rights holders in New Zealand. Greg Lea is a freelance football journalist who's filled in wherever FourFourTwo needs him since 2014. You can also watch the games on Peacock TV with Spanish commentary. The match will be shown on FOX/FS1 in the US. The broadcaster knows where you are because of your IP address (boo!) and blocks you from watching it. And all the info going between is entirely encrypted, anonymous and safe – and that's a result. Games are on Fox or FS1 cable channels. Argentina vs France is free on BBC One/BBC iPlayer and ITV1/ITV Hub in the UK. Argentina vs France kick-off is at 3pm GMT on Sunday 18 December in the UK. In the US, kick-off time is 10am ET / 8am PT. Julian Alvarez notched a brace for the Albiceleste, with his second goal brilliantly set up by Lionel Messi.

Start times and TV and streaming options for the World Cup final between Argentina and France on Sunday.

Álvarez, 22, is bidding to become the first person born this century to win a World Cup scoring title. If France wins, it would become the first men’s team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962 and coach Didier Deschamps, who played 90 minutes in France’s win over Brazil in the 1998 final, would become the first person to play on a World Cup winner and coach two champions. For the first time, U.S. Argentina, meanwhile, is monitoring Messi, who also shares the tournament lead for assists with France’s Antoine Griezmann and two others, all with three apiece. 3 Argentina, which needed penalties to get by the Netherlands in the quarterfinals, is 4-1-1 with a 12-5 goal differential. In fact, for all his greatness, Messi has won just one major international championship and that came in the 2008 Olympics.

SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green locked in his 2022 World Cup final picks and predictions for France vs. Argentina featuring Kylian Mbappe and Lionel ...

- Argentina vs. [Visit SportsLine now to find out which wagers in Argentina vs. Argentina in the World Cup final? And where does all the betting value lie? Green has broken down the 2022 World Cup final. In addition, Argentina face a French defense that has been vulnerable in Qatar. The defense also looked very shaky in the 2-1 quarterfinal win against England. The 90-minute money line lists Argentina at +160, France at +185 and a draw at +205. [You can head to SportsLine now to see Green's picks](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/2022-world-cup-final-france-vs-argentina-odds-picks-predictions-best-bets-for-sundays-showdown-from-proven-soccer-expert/#ttag=12152022_agg_cbssports_picks_soccer_worldcup_martingreen_ArgentinaFranceWorldCupfinalexpert). [2022 World Cup picks](https://www.sportsline.com/fifa-wc/picks/) and predictions. After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Argentina are the -125 favorites (risk $125 to win $100) to lift the trophy in the latest Argentina vs.

SportsLine's soccer model simulated Argentina vs. France 10000 times and locked in its 2022 FIFA World Cup final picks and predictions for Sunday.

- France vs. France in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final? And which side has all the value? They have put 42% of their shots on net, while France have hit the target on just 36% of their shots. He is the nation's all-time leader in appearances with 144 and has eight clean sheets in 19 World Cup matches. The defense should come in with more confidence after holding Morocco scoreless, and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris' experience in back is critical. [2022 World Cup picks](https://www.sportsline.com/fifa-wc/picks/) and predictions. Argentina are -125 to lift the trophy while France are +100. The model was accurate on 56% of all picks during the Champions League group stage and returned more than $1,000 to $100 bettors on its A+ picks. The SportsLine soccer simulation model evaluates a team's offensive and defensive capabilities based on the game situation. Argentina are slight +160 favorites on the 90-minute money line (risk $100 to win $160) in the latest Argentina vs. The superstars are tied in the World Cup's Golden Boot race with five goals apiece.

The World Cup final is upon us! Argentina and France will go head-to-head to decide who takes home the iconic trophy from Qatar.

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Ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and France, Sports Mole looks back on Argentina's record from their six previous World Cup.

France - Messi, Maradona, Zidane](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/all-time-combined-xi-argentina-vs-france-messi-maradona-zidane_502204.html) [Argentina vs. France head-to-head record](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-2022-argentina-vs-france-head-to-head-record_502144.html) [Argentina vs. [Gustavo Dezotti](/people/gustavo-dezotti/) followed him into the changing rooms early in the 87th minute, two minutes after Brehme had scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot. France: Who will win the 2022 World Cup final?](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/argentina-vs-france-who-will-win-the-2022-world-cup-final_502206.html) [World Cup 2022: Why to expect an Antoine Griezmann assist against Argentina](/football/france/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-2022-why-to-expect-an-antoine-griezmann-assist-against-argentina_502214.html) France: How do both squads compare ahead of World Cup clash?](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/argentina-vs-france-how-do-both-squads-compare-ahead-of-world-cup-clash_502152.html) [A look at Argentina's route to the 2022 World Cup final](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/a-look-at-argentinas-route-to-the-2022-world-cup-final_502193.html) [A look at France's route to the 2022 World Cup final](/football/france/world-cup-2022/feature/a-look-at-frances-route-to-the-2022-world-cup-final_502197.html) [All-time combined XI: Argentina vs. [Karl-Heinz Rummenigge](/people/karl-heinz-rummenigge/) pulled one back in the 74th minute before [Rudi Voller](/people/rudi-voller/) levelled things up just seven minutes after that, but parity lasted only three minutes before Burruchaga's World Cup-winning strike. [Click here to read our full preview for Argentina vs France](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/preview/preview-argentina-vs-france-prediction-team-news-lineups_502085.html) [How Argentina could line up against France](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/predicted-lineups/how-argentina-could-line-up-against-france_502086.html) [How France could line up against Argentina](/football/france/world-cup-2022/predicted-lineups/how-france-could-line-up-against-argentina_502088.html) [World Cup 2022: Argentina vs. France Combined XI](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-2022-argentina-vs-france-combined-xi_502105.html) [World Cup Golden Boot race: Messi, Mbappe, Alvarez, Giroud all in contention](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-golden-boot-race-messi-mbappe-alvarez-giroud-all-in-contention_502112.html) [World Cup leading goalscorers of all time: Lionel Messi eyes Pele mark in final](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-leading-goalscorers-of-all-time-lionel-messi-eyes-pele-mark-in-final_502121.html) [World Cup clean sweep: Messi, Mbappe vying to join exclusive club](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-clean-sweep-messi-mbappe-vying-to-join-exclusive-club_502124.html) [World Cup 2022: Reasons for Argentina to be confident of beating France](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-2022-reasons-for-argentina-to-be-confident-of-beating-france_502138.html) [World Cup 2022: Reasons for France to be confident of beating Argentina](/football/france/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-2022-reasons-for-france-to-be-confident-of-beating-argentina_502141.html) [World Cup 2022: Argentina vs. [Pedro Monzon](/people/pedro-monzon/) having the dubious distinction of being the first for a foul on [Jurgen Klinsmann](/people/jurgen-klinsmann/). [Argentina](/football/argentina/) will grace the grandest stage in football for a sixth time on Sunday, taking on [France](/football/france/) in the 2022 [World Cup](/football/world-cup/) final. [Diego Maradona](/people/diego-maradona/) courtesy of his virtuoso performances throughout the tournament, in particular against England in the quarter-finals and Belgium in the semis. [Dick Nanninga](/people/dick-nanninga/) levelled things up in the 82nd minute before [Rob Rensenbrink](/people/rob-rensenbrink/) came within inches of stealing the victory with an effort that came back off the post.

Argentina vs France: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & where to watch. GOAL. | 17 Dec 2022 12:56-08:00. Lionel Messi Julian Alvarez Argentina 2022 World Cup Getty. World CupArgentina vs FranceArgentinaFrance. How to watch and stream the World ...

Allegedly falling ill due to the constant air conditioning at the stadiums in Qatar, Dayot Upamecano and Adrien Rabiot had missed the semi-final against Morocco while Aurelien Tchouameni and Theo Hernandez missed training on Friday. Viewers in the U.S. New users can sign up for a free seven-day trial of the live sports streaming service, which can be accessed via iOS, Android, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Roku and Apple TV as well as on a web browser. In the United States (U.S.), the game can be watched live and on-demand with [Lionel Messi](https://www.goal.com/en/player/lionel-messi/c5ryhn04g9goikd0blmh83aol)'s [Argentina](https://www.goal.com/en/team/argentina/ak48fkypnql8y4n69cvcq5ghc) challenge reigning champions [France](https://www.goal.com/en/team/france/4pz87gsel7183b7kcadw1dwzv) to the [2022 World Cup](https://www.goal.com/en/world-cup/70excpe1synn9kadnbppahdn7) title in the final to be played at the Lusail Stadium on Sunday. GOAL brings you details on how to watch the game on TV in the U.S., UK, Africa and India, as well as how to stream live online.

ARGENTINA take on France in a HUGE World Cup final on Sunday afternoon.Croatia fell victim to a Lionel Messi masterclass in Tuesday's dominant semi-fi.

[high-flying Morocco](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20714770/france-morocco-live-stream-free-score-tv-channel-time-watch-world-cup-online/) in their semi-final. [Argentina's](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1322323/argentina/)eye-catching World Cup final contest against [France](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196704/france/)will take place on Sunday, December 18. [Betfair](https://www.betfair.com/sport/football/fifa-world-cup/12469077) correct as of December 16. [Messi and Kylian Mbappe are the two main men](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20759909/messi-mbappe-world-cup-stats-final-france-argentina/) for their respective nations - and all eyes will be on who comes out on top. [Karim Benzema could be a shock inclusion](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20755155/karim-benzema-play-world-cup-final-france/) on the bench as he is back in Real Madrid training. [may well be unchanged after semi-final wins](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20763853/argentina-and-france-world-cup-final/). [BETTING SPECIAL - BEST WORLD CUP BETTING OFFERS AND FREE BETS](https://www.thesun.co.uk/betting/20605002/betting-offers-world-cup/) [World Cup](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/) triumphs. [France](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196704/france/) also won two and lost one of their group games - although their defeat to Tunisia came after beating Australia and Denmark. [Argentina](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1322323/argentina/) suffered a nightmare start to their tournament with a shock 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia. [Messi](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20762236/messi-france-hernandez-world-cup-argentina/) has created a thrilling final chapter to his World Cup career and the magician will arguably go down as the [greatest footballer EVER](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20747792/lionel-messi-records-argentina-croatia-world-cup/) should he replicate what Diego Maradona did in 1986. [Lionel Messi masterclass](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20705738/argentina-croatia-live-result-score-lionel-messi-world-cup-reaction/) in Tuesday's dominant semi-final encounter as Argentina went through.

Two big guns face off in the World Cup final where France are looking for their second straight title as they face Argentina.Here are some quick facts.

[bet365](https://talksport.gigmedia.com/goto/bet365). It is always good to look at current form and past results but just because France beat Argentina in the last World Cup don’t let that match dictate how you wager on this finale. For [in-play betting](https://talksport.com/betting/1269816/best-live-betting-sites/) the more info the better and William Hill has you covered in that aspect. [William Hill](https://talksport.gigmedia.com/goto/williamhill) has a 3D layout of the match with no lack of great stats. It is very costly for sportsbooks in the UK to give their punters a live video stream for World Cup matches. The team has been burned on the counter and that is a big worry for them coming into this match. He has scored a goal in each of the three knockout stage matches and has an assist in the last two matches. They have a Bet Builder promo that has been available the whole World Cup tournament and you can take advantage of it for the finals, as well as for the third place match on Saturday. [check out bet365](https://talksport.gigmedia.com/goto/bet365). They need to press for the ball more facing Les Bleus, who have a much better offence than Croatia. You can sign up with them and get a great welcome bonus and they have many markets for the finals including Asian lines. [William Hill](https://talksport.gigmedia.com/goto/williamhill) [William Hill](https://talksport.gigmedia.com/goto/williamhill) is offering punters both featured bets and boosted odds.

With bookmakers almost unable to separate the 2022 FIFA World Cup finalists, the potential for the Qatar decider to become the third edition of the final to ...

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The game is scheduled for 10 a.m. Eastern time on Sunday. Here's where to watch and what to watch for.

Argentina has won twice, in 1978 and 1986, and has been back to the finals twice since. Together they have nine of the team’s 12 goals at this World Cup. [lost there to the Netherlands](https://www.nytimes.com/live/2022/12/03/sports/usa-netherlands-world-cup-score). [lost to Croatia](https://www.nytimes.com/live/2022/12/09/sports/brazil-croatia-world-cup-score) in the quarterfinals. In the United States it will be broadcast on Fox in English and Telemundo in Spanish and streamed in Spanish on Peacock. He is 35, and France is the defending champion and also won the World Cup in 1998. He is ably supported by Julián Álvarez, a 22-year-old scorer who represents Argentina’s next generation. [Kylian Mbappé](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/06/sports/soccer/kylian-mbappe-champions-league-psg.html) (five goals). [France](https://www.nytimes.com/live/2022/12/14/sports/france-morocco-world-cup-score) and [Argentina](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/13/sports/soccer/messi-argentina-goals-assist-croatia.html) will face off at Lusail Iconic Stadium in Qatar. [this is expected to be his last chance](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/08/sports/world-cup/messi-ronaldo-soccer.html). It can be streamed in English on an app like Hulu or Fubo that offers Fox.

Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's World Cup fixtures, including Argentina vs. France.

France Combined XI](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/feature/world-cup-2022-argentina-vs-france-combined-xi_502105.html) However, an Argentina side that have only failed to score more than once against Saudi Arabia can expose Les Bleus' rearguard shortcomings and channel their own defensive acumen in equal measure. Griezmann vs. Fernandez vs. Mbappe vs. France](/football/argentina/world-cup-2022/preview/preview-argentina-vs-france-prediction-team-news-lineups_502085.html) (Sunday, 3.00pm)

It all comes down to this: can Lionel Messi finally win Argentina the World Cup or will Kylian Mbappe and France defend their title?

Raphael Varane, Ibrahima Konate and Kingsley Coman, who missed training on Friday with a virus, were present at the start of Saturday’s session. [World Cup ](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/world-cup-2022)and [Walid Regragui](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/walid-regragui) had sailed into territory none of the previous 48 had ever charted. As such, he of course tells the players to keep it simple. Deschamps may have all the composure that comes with potentially being just the second coach in history to retain the trophy, but he is well aware that some players start to feel an anxious energy they can’t contain, with the knowledge that every individual could go down in history - for good or bad - infusing every moment. Before being king of the world, you need to be king in your own country so we need to dominate our continent.” He’s been here before, after all, as a captain and then as the victorious manager in the last World Cup. Messi’s final appearance at the World Cup [could see the 35-year-old win the tournament for the first time](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/lionel-messi-argentina-final-b2246494.html), perhaps cementing his position [as the greatest player in the history of the sport](/sport/football/world-cup/lionel-messi-greatest-player-all-time-b2247190.html). From then on he will either be the man who won the World Cup or the man who didn’t, one match defining a career already packed full of historic moments, and the strange part is there’s only so much he can do about it. [Lionel Messi](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/lionel-messi) has been on this planet for 35 years, five months and 24 days, and for most of that time he has dreamt of winning the World Cup. [aim to become the first team in 60 years to win back-to-back World Cups](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/france-didier-deschamps-world-cup-final-b2246467.html). But amid coverage of the [host country’s human rights record](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2022-migrant-deaths-controversial-b2239815.html), treatement of migrant workers and attitude to LGBTQ+ rights, Qatar has also been presented with a dream final where history will be made. "We’re trying to be careful so it doesn’t spread and players have made great efforts out on the pitch and obviously their immune systems suffer.

The World Cup final takes place today as Argentina and France face off for the biggest trophy in world sport.

Raphael Varane and Ibrahima Konate were the latest players to show signs of illness on Friday, after Adrien Rabiot, Dayot Upamecano and Kingsley Coman sat out the win over Morocco. Argentina vs France odds Argentina vs France prediction Ravaged by injury before the tournament, that is some achievement. Argentina vs France team news Where to watch Argentina vs France

World Cup news: Argentina take on France in the final in Qatar on Sunday as Lionel Messi bids for glory on the biggest stage going head to head with Kylian ...

The game will be held on Sunday, December 18 at 3pm UK time. You can also tune in TV coverage on ITV1 or stream the action via ITV X. Antoine Griezmann restored the lead just before half time, which is when Les Blues ran riot with a six-minute double salvo from Paul Pogba and Kylian Mbappe. But that one final piece of the jigsaw is cruelly missing - and if his club teammate Mbappe steals that away from him, it could be the one title he never has in his collection. Two of the biggest giants go head-to-head in what will be a hotly contested clash. It's the one we've all been waiting for.

It's Messi against Mbappe as Argentina face France. One of Argentina or France will add a third star to their jerseys as the teams face off in the 2022 FIFA ...

FOX can be streamed live on The match is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Will Messi finally complete his enviable trophy case by leading Argentina to their first World Cup title since 1986? [All 8 World Cup stadiums](https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/soccer/what-stadiums-are-being-used-for-the-2022-world-cup-a-guide-to-the-eight-world-cup-stadiums-in-qatar/5usnb9zj48n61ozbsmi6g7zy7) He's looking to do so in back-to-back tournaments as he is quickly climbing into the same rarified air as his club teammate Messi. At 35 years old, this will most likely be the Argentina superstar's last chance to win football's biggest prize.

Inter Milan and Bayern Munich will be represented in the World Cup final between Argentina and France to continue a remarkable trend at the tournament that ...

[Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/world-cup-final-bayern-inter-28757774#comments-section) Who are you backing in the World Cup final? That means that Inter and Bayern will have been represented in World Cup finals in each showpiece event dating back to 1982. His Inter teammate Youri Djorkaeff represented France, who won the game 3-0, alongside his national teammate Bixente Lizarazu of Bayern. [World Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/world-cup-2022?service=responsive) finals as two heavyweights of club football keep up their representation in football’s biggest match. Standing in their way are formidable [France](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/france-football-team) team, which includes [Bayern Munich](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/bayern-munich) trio Dayot Upamecano, Kingsley Coman and Benjamin Pavard (Lucas Hernandez was in their World Cup squad but [had his tournament ended by injury](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/lucas-hernandez-world-cup-injury-28590654) in their opening match). [Inter Milan](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/inter-milan) striker Lautaro Martinez is set to feature for [Argentina](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/argentina-football-team), who are looking to win their first World Cup crown since 1986 after their [semi-final victory over Croatia](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/argentina-croatia-worldcup-messi-alvarez-28726212).

The 2022 World Cup final is here, with reigning champions France meeting Argentina in the tournament's showpiece game.France ended Morocco's resistance to ...

Messi had caused alarm by clutching his hamstring last time out, but recovered to inspire his side to victory and concerns were allayed after the game. Though France won without regulars Rabiot and Upamecano, it will be a relief to see the pair back training since the Morocco match. Indeed, all three of those players did not feature in the semi-final win over Morocco, with Rabiot remaining at the team hotel due to his condition. On the one hand, the trophy does not matter. And when you have the ball, you need to give it to him as soon as possible so that he can create something.” It was June 1986 and they were playing West Germany in the final at the Azteca in Mexico City. Ibrahima Konate came in for Upamecano against Morocco and was one of France’s best players. They have great players who work for the team also. Kylian Mbappe was the star man. “Today starts another World Cup for Argentina,” Messi had said after admitting they were poor in the first half. And looking at the scenes in Argentina now, I think that is how the people will feel on Sunday if Argentina win our third World Cup. “For me, this is the most important thing about this Argentina team, and why they are in the final on Sunday.

The last time these sides met was in the quarter-final four years ago. France ran out 4-3 winners in a fantastic match. Griezmann opened the scoring with a ...

They scraped past the Netherlands in the quarter-finals, having squandered a 2-0 lead. It is hard to think of words to describe the emotion of winning a World Cup, as I did with France in 1998. Three of Messi's have been penalties, but much of his great work has been creating opportunities for others, as he did in the semi-final. France have been strong throughout the tournament. In the last 16, they managed to survive a bit of a scare against Australia to win 2-1. [semi-final victory over Croatia]on Tuesday, where a large screen and tents were set up by pool in the backyard. We were lucky to have them close to us but we had the feeling that we couldn't fail. I remember that the season after winning the World Cup I signed for Olympique Marseille, and every time I went to eat in a restaurant I didn't pay. The day is finally upon us. Given the final is being contested by two grand footballing countries, who have both won the greatest prize twice before, in Argentina and France, then that would appear too simplistic a statement. Griezmann opened the scoring with a penalty, before Angel Di Maria equalised before half time. France ran out 4-3 winners in a fantastic match.

Find out what time the World Cup final between Argentina and France starts today, how to watch on TV and the latest team news.

[What is the World Cup trophy made out of and how much does it weigh?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/18/what-is-the-world-cup-trophy-made-out-of-and-how-much-does-it-weigh-17945598/?ico=more_text_links) [Has any team won back-to-back World Cup titles?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/18/world-cup-2022-has-any-team-won-back-to-back-titles-17955212/?ico=more_text_links) [virus outbreak](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/16/two-more-key-france-stars-fall-sick-ahead-of-world-cup-final-17951235/) in their camp. [Qatar 2022](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/09/world-cup-2022-schedule-fixtures-teams-kick-off-times-and-tv-17913165/) kicks-off this afternoon and how to watch on TV. [third victory](https://metro.co.uk/2022/12/10/how-many-times-have-france-won-the-world-cup-17914990/) in the competition, and they can also become the first team since Brazil in 1958 and 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups. [Argentina](https://metro.co.uk/tag/argentina-football-team/) and [France](https://metro.co.uk/tag/france-football-team/) meet in today’s [World Cup](https://metro.co.uk/tag/world-cup/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK1) final with a place in the history books awaiting the winners.

One of Argentina or France will add a third star to their jerseys as the teams face off in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final today.

FOX can be streamed live on The match is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Will Messi finally complete his enviable trophy case by leading Argentina to their first World Cup title since 1986? [All 8 World Cup stadiums](https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/soccer/what-stadiums-are-being-used-for-the-2022-world-cup-a-guide-to-the-eight-world-cup-stadiums-in-qatar/5usnb9zj48n61ozbsmi6g7zy7) He's looking to do so in back-to-back tournaments as he is quickly climbing into the same rarified air as his club teammate Messi. At 35 years old, this will most likely be the Argentina superstar's last chance to win football's biggest prize.

Our expert backs Lionel Messi to score at any time in his betting tips for Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and France.

10 Dec WC England 1 France 2 W 26 Nov WC Argentina 2 Mexico 0 W However, Lionel Scaloni’s side have shown character to bounce back and they look like a team on a mission. 30 Nov WC Poland 0 Argentina 2 W Check out all the latest bookmaker offers and the [best betting sites](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/betting/sports-guides/best-betting-sites-uk/). 03 Dec WC Argentina 2 Australia 1 W

Didier Deschamps' France will aim to become the first side to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962 when they take on Lionel Scaloni's Argentina ...

[Betfred ](https://promotions.betfred.com/#/affiliates/sports/football/world-cup-2022/bet-10-get-60?&siteid=104967&referrer=&click=414889388)is offering new customers an incredible £60 worth of bonuses when you sign up and bet just £10 on the World Cup! The game can also be streamed live on BBC [iPlayer](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/iplayer) and the BBC iPlayer app, as well as ITVX and the ITVX app. Ousmane Dembele, Griezmann and Mbappe will continue their roles on either wing and behind the striker, where Olivier Giroud is sure to lead the line for the reigning champions. Amazon's 20 live Premier League games will return in the 2022/23 season. Didier Deschamps made two changes for Wednesday’s victory over Morocco and should revert back to his usual starting line-up to face Argentina. They also have exclusivity of all UEFA competitions including the Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League. Sky Sports retain the rights to the bulk of those fixtures with 128 live matches. They also own rights to the Carabao Cup and several international matches. BT Sport hold the rights to 52 live Premier League games. Argentina have responded to their opening defeat by Saudi Arabia in devastating fashion by winning every game since and scoring a minimum of two goals in those games. As a result, Leandro Paredes could drop out in midfield, but Coverage will begin from 1:30pm on ITV, while BBC One’s broadcast starts at 1:50pm.

ARGENTINA will be determined to snatch France's crown in a tantalising World Cup final THIS AFTERNOON - and it's not to be missed.Croatia fell victim.

I have a great connection with the supporters. Asked about his memories of the last two World Cups, Martinez, 30, recalled: "I was having a barbecue with friends in Argentina. "I know what it feels like to be a fan. "I am just a normal guy. "But I dream big. In those days, he was a complete unknown back home. unless Kylian Mbappe has something to say about it. I remember crying when we lost to Germany and when we lost in the group stages [3-0 to Croatia in 2018]. The reigning world champions punched their ticket to the final after overcoming Morocco with a score of 2-0 in the semi-finals France had the exact same run as Argentina on their way to the final with five wins and only one loss in the 2022 World Cup. However, the Tricolores still topped Group D and went on to beat Poland 3-1 in the Last 16 and England 2-1 in a controversial quarter-final. ARGENTINA will be determined to snatch France's crown in a tantalising World Cup final THIS AFTERNOON - and it's not to be missed.

Express Sport brings you live coverage for the World Cup final in Qatar between Argentina and France. By Joe Krishnan. 10:45, Sun, Dec 18, 2022 | UPDATED: ...

The former England captain was supposed to be part of a meet and greet at the Al Bidda fan park but set two conditions. And Petit thinks Mbappe is the best player in the world along with one other player at present. As a result, no one knew it was happening with the event cancelled while Beckham was backstage. The winner of the World Cup stands to collect nearly £35million for securing football's biggest prize. The day has finally arrived. Beckham was signed up to represent Qatar more than two years ago at a reported cost of over £120million. Hakimi is said to vented furiously towards Infantino and 'shouted in his face' about mistakes made by referees in the tournament. The winter tournament will see Lusail Stadium play host to 88,966 people, with hundreds of millions more watching from around the world for the most-anticipated football event on the planet. [Lionel Messi](/latest/lionel-messi) bidding to win his first World Cup at the fifth attempt. It remains possible that both he and Thuram could start if Giroud is not fit. France have survived a health scare after camel flu cases swept their camp in Qatar, with five players returning to training after being struck down by illness. He is my friend and I respect him a lot, so nothing happened."

The biggest game in football is upon us as, arguably, the two best international teams in the sport battle it out for the biggest prize it has to offer in ...

The first day, Dayot stayed in his room and we brought him food and he was back with everyone the next day.” It is increasingly looking like the script has already been written for 35-year-old Messi to cement himself as the greatest player of all time and enjoy the perfect swansong. “Dayot got better and I think everyone will be ready. “We’re not scared of that virus,” winger Dembele said. Will it be Lionel Messi’s successful last dance or can Kylian Mbappe and Hugo Lloris guide Les Bleus to successive trophy triumphs? The biggest game in football is upon us as, arguably, the two best international teams in the sport battle it out for the biggest prize it has to offer in the

France are set to take on Argentina in a bid to reclaim their world title after winning the famous trophy in 2018.

It is now or never for the little magician - which makes a win even more imperative. On the other hand, there is Lionel Messi and Argentina. For France, they are aiming to become just the third nation to ever retain the global crown - following in the footsteps of the 1930s Italy side and Brazil, who last completed a double in 1958 and 1962 with Pele's magnificence.

Will Argentina's Lionel Messi (left) and Emiliano Martinez (second left) be celebrating or will France's Hugo Lloris and Kylian Mbappe (right) get their hands ...

- Argentina are competing in their sixth World Cup final, with only Germany (eight) and Brazil (seven) participating in more. Mbappe, 23, is chasing his second World Cup success and has been instrumental in guiding France to the final. "We're trying to be careful so it doesn't spread and players have made great efforts out on the pitch and obviously their immune systems suffer. - They have met three times before at the World Cup. "Let's hope we win the title and if it can't be, they should be proud, because it's a moment to enjoy." Olivier Giroud put France ahead and they won it 2-1 after Kane missed a second spot-kick. Argentina's 2-0 defeat of Poland saw them top Group C, with Messi also on target in the 2-1 last-16 win over Australia. Both Messi and Mbappe have scored five times in Qatar, while France's Olivier Giroud and Argentina's Julian Alvarez are one goal behind on four. - Messi can become the third Argentine player to win the Golden Boot at the World Cup after Guillermo Stabile in 1930 and Mario Kempes in 1978. France beat the tournament's surprise packages Morocco 2-0 in the semi-final to reach their fourth World Cup final in seven tournaments, having won the competition in 1998 and 2018 and losing in the final in 2006. He scored once in their 4-1 win over Australia and twice in the 2-1 victory over Denmark as France reached the last 16 with a game to spare. [What it's like to play in a World Cup final](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/64008949) [Inside Argentina captain's quest for World Cup glory](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/63986087) [Deschamps - from 'water carrier' to France legend](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/63991073)

World Cup final prediction and odds: How will Argentina vs France play out? Lionel Messi and Argentina face Kylian Mbappe and France for a shot at glory in ...

For that reason we’ll side with Messi, a man possessed and surely determined to not let this rare second chance pass him by. This game has just about everything with immense quality all over the pitch and it could come down to a moment of pure genius from any of the world class talents available to Deschamps and Scaloni. “Of course, not only Messi, they have a strong side around him so we know it is going to be a tough game and they will have a lot of support in the crowd. Argentina - 10/11 We have seen Argentina play, we know how they play. France - 17/10

Argentina and France will face off looking to win the World Cup final when they meet at the Lusail Stadium. Follow all the action from the showdown in Qatar ...

['Messi carries the whole side on his shoulders': Mario Kempes carried Argentina to World Cup victory in 1978... The first came in the first edition in 1930, with Argentina winning a group stage clash 1-0, the second didn't happen for another 48 years when they met during the finals hosted by the South American side. But is this such a big prediction even if it was from seven years ago? [Messi and Mbappe make up an all-star attack, two Spurs stars play at the back but there's no wingers... Not too sure if it is really necessary myself. Either way it's going to be a seismic day in the football calendar as I welcome you to our live coverage of the World Cup final. Only one can prevail as one of the greatest players of all time looks to win the World Cup with his likely final chance, while France look to create history by becoming the first team to defend their status as world champions for the first time since 1962. But then again France have hardly had the greatest relationships historically with England too. By then we knew this would be a winter World Cup and it's not a total surprise to see Argentina in a final is it? [Paul Pogba WILL be at the World Cup final, cheering on his France team-mates from the stands after meeting with Rio Ferdinand and Laura Woods in Doha, while Karim Benzema stays in Madrid](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11551039/Paul-Pogba-World-Cup-final-cheering-France-team-mates-stands.html) Nothing had changed though, with Argentina winning this group stage match too, triumphing 2-1 (below). [Lionel Messi's son Thiago, 10, writes a message to his father ahead of his last shot at World Cup glory, quoting the entirety of Argentina's song insulting the English over the Falklands War](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11551183/Lionel-Messis-son-Thiago-writes-message-father-ahead-shot-World-Cup-glory.html)

Will Messi finally add the one trophy missing in his cabinet, or will Mbappe break his dreams to win it again?

In a few hours, these players will grace the pitch for the most important 90+ minutes of their life. For most of this tournament, they have been solid both in the front and at the back. Argentina will be hoping to win the World Cup for the first time since 1986, and probably bid farewell to their greatest-ever player's career in the best of fashion.