FIFA World Cup 2022
The biggest and the most prestigious international tournament of football is The World Cup football tournament. It is organized by FIFA. This competition takes place once in every four years. FIFA world cup 2022 was organized in gatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022. It was the 22nd football world cup. Approximately over $220 billion were spent in organizing this world cup. It makes the tournament the most expensive world cup. 32 teams of different nations participated in the tournament. They played 64 matches in eight venues across five cities. Qatar made their debut in the tournament but unfortunately, lost all three group matches. Argentina were crowned the champions after winning the final against the title holder France 4-2 on penalties following a 3-3 draw after extra time. It was Argentina's third title. French player Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick in a World Cup final. He won the Golden Boot as he scored the most goals during the tournament. Argentine captain Lionel Messi was voted the tournament's best player. He won the Golden Ball. The tournament was rich in upsets and surprises. Former champions Germany and Uruguay were both knocked out at the group stage. Eventual champions Argentina was beaten in their opening game by Saudi Arabia. Five-time winners, and pre-tournament favourites Brazil were eliminated at the quarter-finals. Morocco became the first nation from both the African continent and the Arab world to reach the semi-finals. However, FIFA World Cup 2022 will be remembered for its diversity.
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