Argentina won the World Cup final by beating France on penalties. The home fans freaked out after a 1-0 lead in the first half.
Update from December 18, 19:24: Argentina is world champion! And in Buenos Aires, of course, there will be celebrations. Countless people take to the streets and celebrate the first world title since 1986.
First report of December 18, 17:05: Buenos Aires – This is how the first half of the World Cup final was imagined from an Argentinian point of view: the Albiceleste pulled France’s teeth early, brought to rest after goals from Lionel Messi (23rd) and Angel di Maria (36th) with 2:0.
The celebrations were just as boisterous: in the suburbs, in Qatar and of course at home too. Millions of people watched the match live in the Argentine capital Buenos Aires. Coupled with public viewing in city squares, pubs or at home – when Messi converted the penalty to take the lead, the Argentines freaked out.
The Argentines go crazy in the World Cup final: the video from Buenos Aires goes around the world
A video that reproduces the incredible background noise quickly appeared on social media. The short clip went around the world during the final and was shared by countless fans and media.
Twitter video nurzer “Héctor” was viewed more than 100,000 times in the first half hour. Argentina has been waiting for the World Cup title since 1986 and the whole nation is behind coach Lionel Scaloni’s team.
World Cup final: chaos around the Lusail Stadium
There were crowds of people at the World Cup final not only in Argentina, but also in Qatar. Shortly before the start of the final, according to eyewitness reports, there was chaos around the Lusail stadium upon arrival and at the entrance. Users reported on social media chaotic scenes on the subway and upon arrival at the stadium. The subway station directly at Lusail Stadium was said to be completely overcrowded due to the large number of people. Muschairib central transfer point and trains were also affected.
Furthermore, the security forces would have had problems at the entrance because even fans without tickets would have tried to enter the arena. The stadium in northern Doha seats 88,966 spectators. A good hour before the kick-off, the closing ceremony of the World Cup began on the stadium lawn Mockery and ridicule among the fans caused. (mind)
