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France’s survivors daring for greatest heist yet against Messi and Argentina

Didier Deschamps’ pragmatists will be set on stifling Lionel Messi’s magic as they aim to complete a hat-trick of World Cups for France

The Guardian - UK

Lionel Messi is not becoming Diego Maradona – he is becoming himself

The totem of Sunday’s finalists is revealing his true self rather than becoming a mirror image of the great who led his nation to World Cup glory in 1986

The Guardian - UK

The Deciding Factors Surrounding France, Argentina’s World Cup Final

The Messi-Mbappé focus is deserved, but Sunday’s title bout is about—and will be decided by—so much more.

Sports Illustrated

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Two pundits' verdicts on Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez could soon look even more foolish

Man United defender Lisandro Martinez could feature for Argentina in the World Cup final against France.

Manchester Evening News

Argentina’s stand-in Lionel Scaloni has got the country singing again

It was a job nobody wanted but the adaptable Scaloni has bonded with Lionel Messi and led his team to a World Cup final

The Guardian - UK

‘Greatest-ever’ Messi powers underdogs Argentina

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says the South Americans are happy to be underdogs as they prepare to face defending champions France in the World Cup final on Sunday.

Bangkok Post

Messi Seeks Glory, Argentina Meets France in World Cup Final

It is now or never for Lionel Messi. The Argentina superstar’s once-in-a-generation career will be defined — for many — by whether he leads his country to the World Cup title on Sunday. Can he finally, at the age of 35, win football’s biggest prize to secure his place alongside…

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World Cup final: The critical team selection decisions Lionel Scaloni and Didier Deschamps must make

One has big call to make with his starting tactics in Qatar, while the other must choose between sticking or twisting in defence

The Independent UK

World Cup Final tactical bonanza as Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe blockbuster not the whole story

The eyes of football fans across the globe will turn their attention to Qatar on Sunday for the showpiece.

Daily Record

How Julian Alvarez became Argentina’s perfect foil for Lionel Messi

Alvarez was only expected to play a minor part in Qatar. Instead, he has achieved about as much as any Argentina player not called Lionel can expect: second billing

The Independent UK

Messi vs Mbappe sees immoral World Cup set for an immortal conclusion

The 2022 World Cup final stands out because it is a rare deciding match between two of the great stars of the age

The Independent UK

‘He cost me an FA Cup medal!’ Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni bids to avoid repeat of West Ham horror show

The clock in the Lusail Stadium is ticking down. The 90 minutes are almost up, and Argentina are 2-1 up against France in the World Cup Final.

Evening Standard

Alexis Mac Allister in argument with father in Lionel Messi vs Diego Maradona debate

Brighton and Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister is ready to play in the World Cup final against France on Sunday with childhood stories of Maradona running through his head

Daily Mirror

World Cup 2022 final: France out to ruin Lionel Messi’s last dance for Argentina

When the celebrations in front of their supporters were finally over, Lionel Messi embraced each and every member of Argentina’s backroom staff as he made his way off the pitch after Tuesday’s semi-final win over Croatia.

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Manchester Evening News

Martinez has already made feelings clear on Manchester United teammate Varane ahead of World Cup final

Manchester United duo Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane will face off against each other in the World Cup final.

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi's absence from Argentina training explained ahead of World Cup final

Argentina head into Sunday's World Cup final with France aiming to end their 36-year wait for football's grand prize, though there are concerns over whether talisman Lionel Messi is fully fit

The Independent UK

Messi carries the weight of Argentina into World Cup final

As Lionel Messi approaches his second and likely last World Cup final the stakes could hardly be higher

Liverpool Echo

Why West Ham striker will 'never forget' what Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni did against Liverpool

Lionel Scaloni guided Argentina to a World Cup final on Tuesday but some Liverpool fans may remember him for a pivotal FA Cup blunder

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Daily Mirror

Lisandro Martinez reduced to tears and consoled by reporter during emotional interview

Lisandro Martinez played a vital role in Argentina's World Cup quarter-final win against the Netherlands and will be hoping to feature in the final against France on Sunday

Football London

Dean Ashton tells Lionel Scaloni what he should have done in West Ham’s 2006 FA Cup final loss

Lionel Scaloni will manage Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final but the former West Ham defender's failed clearance for West Ham United set up Liverpool's equaliser in 2006 FA Cup final

Daily Mirror

Lisandro Martinez makes feelings clear on Raphael Varane ahead of World Cup final reunion

Lisandro Martinez is used to lining up alongside Raphael Varane in Manchester United's defence, but on Sunday he will face him in the World Cup final between Argentina and France

The Guardian - UK

Messi’s final World Cup is not just a competition. It is a cause, a rebellion

There is a sense that his Argentinian teammates are invested in not just winning the tournament, but his happiness too

Football London

Giovani Lo Celso rejoins Argentina squad as Lionel Messi hails Tottenham man and Sergio Aguero

Tottenham man Giovani Lo Celso has linked up with his Argentina teammates once again after cruelly missing out on World Cup squad selection through injury

Irish Mirror

Argentina players yell "f***ing English" during World Cup dressing room celebrations after Croatia win

Lionel Scaloni’s side picked up a comfortable 3-0 win over Croatia on Tuesday to book their place in Sunday’s final in Qatar

Manchester Evening News

What Lionel Messi said about Man City ace Julian Alvarez after 'extraordinary' World Cup performance

Man City striker Julian Alvarez scored twice as Argentina defeated Croatia to progress to the World Cup final.

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