A man passes by a mural in Buenos Aires depicting Argentine football stars Lionel Messi (left) and the late Diego Maradona on the eve of the World Cup final. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup: France stand on brink of history, but Messi fairy tale has Deschamps’ side cast as villains of the piece
- Lionel Messi looking to complete impressive resume with one trophy that still alludes him
- But France are on cusp of becoming first team in 60 years to successfully defend title
A man passes by a mural in Buenos Aires depicting Argentine football stars Lionel Messi (left) and the late Diego Maradona on the eve of the World Cup final. Photo: AFP
