Argentina's Emiliano Martinez Mocks Mbappe, Asks For 'A Minute Of Silence' During Celebrations - WATCH
France striker Kylian Mbappe scored a dream hat-trick in the final but his heroics went in vain which saw him being mocked by Argentine goalkeeper Emi Martinez.
Argentina vs France Highlights: Lionel Messi-starrer Argentina on Sunday won their third ever World Cup trophy as the Copa America 2021 winners outclassed two-time World Cup winners France 4-2 on penalties in FIFA World Cup final at jam-packed Lusail Iconic Stadium.
By the end of first half, Argentina had a commanding 2-0 lead over formidable France but Mbappe's remarkable brace brought France back level in a dramatic twist and took the summit clash into extra-time. Messi and Mbappe scored one goal each in extra time to keep scores tied 3-3 so that the match could be decided in the penalty shootout. Argentina won the penalty shootout 4-2 to win their third FIFA World Cup title.
France striker Kylian Mbappe scored a dream hat-trick in the final but his heroics went in vain which saw him being mocked by Argentine goalkeeper Emi Martinez during Argentina's celebration inside their dressing room.
A twitter handle by the name @Football_Tweet tweeted a video with the caption: "Emiliano Martinez asking for a minute of silence for Kylian Mbappé in the middle of Argentina's dressing room celebrations.."
Emiliano Martinez asking for a minute of silence for Kylian Mbappé in the middle of Argentina's dressing room celebrations.. 😐#FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/k2phupBsT6
— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) December 18, 2022
Speaking of his team's performance after winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, Martinez said that it was his team's destiny to win the most-coveted title Qatar.
"It was a very complicated match, they came back to equalise in the game but it was our destiny to suffer," said the Aston Villa keeper.
"All that I have dreamed of has been achieved. I have no words for it. I was calm during the penalty shoot-out, and everything went as we wanted.
"left very young for England. I dedicate this victory to all my family."