Three key matchups during Argentina vs France

Argentina and France are playing in the World Cup final in Qatar. Lionel Messi and Argentina are the defending champions. Kylian Mbappé is the current World Champion for France. The match will take place at Lusail Iconic Stadium in Doha. The game will be played between Argentina and Les Bleus. There are three key matchups between the teams. They are: Messi, Mbatté and Deschamps. Argentina won the group stage. France won all three group games. It is one of the most memorable World Cups in decades.

Emiliano Martínez and Hugo Lloris are the two most experienced shot-stoppers in the World Cup. Both are capable of making mistakes in key moments during the run of play. Martienez has been fantastic in shootouts this summer and during Argentina’s Copa America triumph, but during this World cup he was average in normal time and surrendered five goals on just eight shots on target faced. Lorsis has outdone his opposite number.

Antoine Griezmann and Enzo Fernández have been instrumental in the success of their countries in this winter's tournament. France and Argentina would not be in their finals without them. Fernán has a different influence on the game, but his ability to press and break up play in a holding role has given Argentina a chance to hit teams on break.

Olivier Giroud is the all-time leading scorer for France. Olivier Girouz is a powerful presence in the air and on the ground. He is also a good hold-up player. Argentina's defensive pairing of Nicolás Otamendi and Cristiano Romero is key to their success. France and Argentina are playing in a World Cup final on Sunday.