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Â鶹ԼÅÄ Argentina journalist Veronica Smink describes the scenes in Buenos Aires following Argentina's first World Cup win since 1986.

Speaking with Sportsworld presenter Lee James, Smink explained how La Albiceleste's victory was ‘a great Christmas present’ to a country which has faced socio-economic problems over recent years.

Lionel Messi finally achieved his World Cup dream as Argentina won their third crown on penalties in one of the greatest finals in the tournament's history.

Argentina won the shootout 4-2 against defending champions France.

Photo: Lionel Messi of Argentina lifts the Fifa World Cup Trophy with Lautaro Martinez after winning the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium. (Credit: MB Media/Getty Images)