[골닷컴] Reporter Kim Dong-ho = Lionel Messi’s last dance is only one game away. If Messi makes it to the finals, he will set the record for most appearances at a World Cup.
Argentina “Tango Corps” and France “Roble Corps” will face off for the championship cup in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final in Qatar, which will be held at Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar at 0:00 (Korean time) on the 19th.
An exciting confrontation is expected as they duke it out side-by-side for the third championship of their careers. If Argentina win the league cup, it will be the first time in 36 years since 1986. On the other hand, if France become champions, they will become the third player in history to win back-to-back World Cups, after Italy and Brazil.
In particular, many football fans pay attention to the possibility that Argentina will win the championship. It is because of Messi’s existence. Messi, who made his debut at the 2006 World Cup in Germany, is appearing in five consecutive tournaments, including the 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022 World Cups.
I have a painful memory of coming close to the trophy at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, but losing to Germany and staying in second place. The World Cup in Qatar is therefore a precious opportunity for Messi. For his “Last Dance”, all his Argentine colleagues and fans are united in one mind.
Messi’s appearance in the World Cup final is certain. It is not only a spiritual pillar but also the linchpin of the current Argentine attack. Messi is recording the team’s most offensive points with 5 goals and 3 assists. Here, it’s a situation where he’s number one in the scoring section and number one in the assist section.
Also, if he only participates in one other game, he should become the most player at the World Cup. Germany’s Lothar Matheus holds the top spot for most World Cup appearances. Matheus managed to participate in the 25th World Cup of his career. Currently, Messi is also expected to make 25 appearances, equaling Matheus, or will soon reach 26.
