Lionel Messi’s ‘Champions of the world’ post after Argentina clinch World Cup goes viral

Argentine skipper Lionel Messi took to his official Instagram handle in early hours of Monday, after leading his national team through to World Cup glory. Argentina defeated defending champions France by 4-2 in penalty shootout and picked ir third overall title at marquee football event. While it was speculated that 35-year-old would hang his boots from national team if Argentina win World Cup, football great revealed he will continue to play as World Champion in Argentine colours.

Meanwhile, Messi put out a lengthy post on his social media, expressing what it feels like to finally achieve his dream of winning prestigious trophy. “CHAMPIONS OF WORLD!!!!!!! 🌎🏆 So many times I dreamed it, so much I wanted it that I still don't fall, I can't believe it...... Thank you so much to my family, to all who support me and also to all who believed in us,” Messi wrote. Argentina vs France final was decided in a penalty shootout after game ended with a 3-3 draw.

France looked determined to defend FIFA World Cup title

It is pertinent to mention that France was seen as stronger contender to win trophy at Lusail Stadium in Qatar, as y had a seemingly better squad on ir side. However, Messi displayed his leadership skills and led a young Argentine side to FIFA World Cup title. While Messi scored a brace during match, French superstar Kylian Mbappe registered a sensational hattrick but failed to take his team through to victory.

“When we fight toger and united we are able to achieve what we aim”: Lionel Messi

“We prove once again that Argentinians when we fight toger and united we are able to achieve what we aim. merit is of this group, which is above individuals, is strength of all fighting for same dream that was also one of all Argentinians... We did it,” Messi added. In conclusion of his post, Messi said, “LET'S GO ARGENTINA DAMN!!!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 We're seeing each or very soon..”. Messi's post has received over 2,62,90,000 likes so far, after five hours of its upload.