00:00Spain have etched their name into footballing history by defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time to lift the FIFA
00:09World Cup for the second time in the nation's history.
00:14It was a disciplined display, they dominated possession and it was a goal from Ferran Torres that proved enough to
00:21separate the two sides in a tense and emotional final.
00:26Spain's triumph marked the culmination of an outstanding tournament, they've conceded just one goal, they've had a youthful side, the
00:36tactical maturity has been there as well and they overcame the reigning champions in Argentina.
00:43For Argentina, the defeat was heartbreaking but much of the attention after the final whistle centred on Lionel Messi.
00:53The legendary captain walks off the pitch in tears, fuelling speculation that the match may have been his final appearance
01:03in international football.
01:05Now although Messi has not officially announced his retirement from Argentina, there has been previous indications that the 2026 World
01:18Cup would likely be his last at 39 years old.
01:23Regardless of what comes next, Messi's legacy is secure. He is a World Cup winner of course in 2022, he's
01:32won the Copa America as well and is one of the greatest players the sport has ever seen.
01:38He's inspired millions from his own country and across the world as well.
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