The Messi Moment: What the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final Reveals About Global Sports and National Identity The 2022 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France was a spectacle that captivated millions worldwide.
Its significance extends far beyond the pitch, however, exposing the complexities of national identity, global sports politics, and the enduring power of football to unite and divide.
In the buildup to the final, tens of thousands of supporters from both countries descended upon Qatar's Lusail Stadium.