The twenty-second edition of the FIFA world tournament, ninety-two years since its existence, delivered its verdict Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the Lusail Iconic of Qatar. The Argentina of Lionel Andres Messi, after 36 years of drought, won the grail in the country of Persia, in a desert and oil land.
There were 22 days of competition, with matches, some more exciting and spectacular than others, leaving shouts of joy and gnashing of teeth, laughter and tears to no end. During these 22 days, through sixty-four matches, 184 goals were scored, either in extra time or in extra time. This is one of the most prolific World Cups.
In the fateful penalty shootout, a test that can stop the pulse, fans and lovers of football, have discovered aesthetes, revelations, geniuses in the making. On the other hand, there were also disappointments, deceptions and doubles.
A successful tournament despite a Qatari organization decried even before the beginning of the world sporting event. From the beginning to the closing ceremony.
More than one says that it is one of the best world cup organization. The boss of Fifa Gianni Infantino is part of this category. For the number one of the mother body of world soccer, it is the best World Cup of all time.
Argentina / France will have been a final worthy of its rank. A match that will remain engraved in the annals of history where both teams, through the 22 players and referees, have gratified us with a beautiful show, leaving their mark in the history of the World Cup.
In four years, in 2026, the World Cup will take place with 48 countries in a common organization “Tripatite” with already in the agenda, the intention to surpass Qatar 2022.
With the new victory of Argentina, America is getting closer to Europe. In terms of number of trophies (12 titles to Europe, 10 to America).