Final to be Messi's World Cup swansong: 'To finish like this, it's the best!'
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has confirmed that the final will be his last World Cup game, revealing that the next tournament in 2026 is "too many years" away.
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'It will be very noisy': History-makers Morocco stand in way of France at World Cup
France face World Cup history-makers Morocco in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, with Lionel Messi's Argentina lying in wait after another dazzling performance from the diminutive magician.
Messi confirms final will be his last World Cup game
Lionel Messi has confirmed he will play his last World Cup game when Argentina take on France or Morocco in Sunday's final in Qatar.
Sancho is not fit enough for United, says Ten Hag
Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag said he is not sure when Jadon Sancho will return to the first team and that the winger's absence is down to a combination of mental and physical factors.
From losing to Saudi to reaching World Cup final, magical Messi hails Argentina character
A delighted Lionel Messi hailed his side's strength of character after he starred in Tuesday's 3-0 World Cup semi-final win over Croatia.
'Absolute filth': Messi dazzles his way into record books as Argentina march to World Cup final
A Lionel Messi-inspired Argentina thumped 2018 runners-up Croatia 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a World Cup final against either France or Morocco.
Preview: France have the class to break down Moroccans
Morocco are roaming deep in bonus territory but as their redoubtable manager Walid Regragui says, the "crazy" dream is still alive.
Lionel Messi: Saudi shock means Argentina played five 'finals'
Lionel Messi beamed with pride after his magical display inspired Argentina to a resounding victory against Croatia and secured their place in the World Cup final.