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Argentina v France: Final - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Argentina and France are playing a game at Lusail Stadium.

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Messi, widely considered the greatest of his generation, is facing a French attack led by KylianMbappé, considered by many to be the Argentine star's heir apparent as the world's top player.

Messi and Mbappé have both scored five goals in the tournament, with three and two assists.

The final in Lusail will be a chance for Messi to redeem himself after missing a chance to score in the final against Germany.

The French team is attempting to become the first team in six decades to win back-to-back World Cup titles.

Messi had an income of $130 million this year, which made him the top-earning athlete of the year.

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