FIFA World Cup 2022, Argentina vs Croatia Highlights: Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez take Argentina into final

02:41 (IST)

On that note, it's goodbye for now. Croatia had their chances, but could not make full use of it, and Argentina were the better team tonight. Tomorrow, France play Morocco in the second semi-final, and we will be back with LIVE scores and updates from that game. Until then, take care and goodbye! 

02:39 (IST)

Will Argentina finally win the World Cup?

Argentina becomes the first country since Spain in 2010 to lose its opening game at the #FIFAWorldCup to later reach the final.

Spoiler: They ended up winning that 2010 final.— Roberto Rojas (@RobertoRojas97) December 13, 2022

02:34 (IST)

Full time Argentina 3-0 Croatia 

ARGENTINA ARE IN THE FINAL! A brace from Julian Alvarez and a goal from Lionel Messi are enough for Argentina to go through to the final of the FIFA World Cup, where they will face either France or Morocco. Croatia are out of the reckoning for the title, but they still can secure third place when they play the other losing semi-finalist on Saturday. 

02:21 (IST)

90' Argentina 3-0 Croatia 

Five minutes added in injury time, five minutes before Argentina officially confirm their place in FIFA World Cup 2022 final. 

02:14 (IST)

81' Argentina 3-0 Croatia 

Luka Modric, in what could be his final appearance at a FIFA World Cup at the age of 37, makes way for Lovro Majer. Meanwhile, Paulo Dybala is on for Argentina, for the first time this tournament. 

02:07 (IST)

Lionel Messi, a true legend! 

Messi. ⭐— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) December 13, 2022

02:03 (IST)

69' Argentina 3-0 Croatia 

GOAAL! Julian Alvarez with his second goal of the night, and Argentina's third. Lionel Messi with the assist! Croatia are unable to provide answers to this Argentine defence, but the two-time champions look set to reach another World Cup final, unless Croatia can provide a miracle of sorts. 

01:54 (IST)

The Manchester City player has impressed so far for Argentina!

Alvarez: from all angles!