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Added on the 16/12/2022 16:59:57 - Copyright : AFP EN
Argentina is famous for excellent beef, tantalizing tango, and producing some of the most famous football players in history. Lionel Messi, perhaps one of the best footballers of our generation, has attained such a high level of respect across the world that the administration of Buenos Aires, Argentina's capital city, has decided to honor the striker by unveiling a statue which immortalizes the living legend in bronze.
Tens of thousands of supporters gathered at the Obelisk of Buenos Aires to celebrate after Lionel Messi led Argentina to World Cup glory on Sunday, scoring twice against France in one of the all-time great finals with the South Americans holding their nerve to triumph in a penalty shootout. IMAGES
Drone images show tens of thousands of supporters gathered at the Obelisk of Buenos Aires, to celebrate Argentina's victory at the Qatar 2022 World Cup. The South Americans beat the reigning champions on penalties after a thrilling final which saw two goals by Messi and a hat-trick by Mbappe. IMAGES
France supporters in Bordeaux cheer as their side score their first goal in the World Cup final against Argentina. IMAGES
Images of the Lusail stadium in Qatar, the 80,000-seat venue a few hours before it hosts the World Cup final between Argentina and France. IMAGES
Argentina fans watch the World Cup match against Mexico in Buenos Aires. After a loss against Saudi Arabia, Lionel Messi's team needs a win to qualify. IMAGES
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