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The goalkeeper of the Argentine national team, Emiliano "Dibu" Martinez was received and cheered by a crowd in his hometown, in Mar del Plata, Argentina, on December 22, 2022.

Argentine goalie Martinez gets a hero's welcome in his home town

Argentina's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was greeted by a crowd estimated at 100,000 in his home town, Mar de Plata.

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Pep Guardiola congratulates Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi for World Cup victory

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has congratulated Julian Alvarez and former player Lionel Messi following Argentina's World Cup win.

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Argentina forced to complete World Cup victory parade in Buenos Aires in helicopters

Argentina's triumphant World Cup-winning squad were forced to complete their victory parade in Buenos Aires with a helicopter flyover after footage appeared to show a fan diving on to their open-top bus.

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2022 FIFA World Cup breakout stars: A closer look at the next generation of talent

A World Cup which concluded with Argentina’s victory over France on penalties on Sunday saw a number of players enhance their reputation.

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Passing the torch - how Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe dominated the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe pushed each other to new heights at the World Cup.

Kylian Mbappe(10) of France is seen with the Golden Boot award during a ceremony after the FIFA World Cup 2022 Final Match between Argentina and France

French team expected to greet fans after World Cup defeat

France's football players are expected to greet fans in Paris on Monday after their defeat to Argentina in an extraordinary World Cup final that has sparked widespread pride in the team.