World hails Lionel Messi as 'GOAT', Mbappe as star of the future

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: With Messi finally winning the World Cup, the world added one more title to Lionel Messi's name-GOAT (Greatest Of All Time). GOAT Messi was also the most trending word on social media yesterday. Barack Obama, the former President of the United States wrote on Twitter - 'Congratulations to Argentina and to the GOAT, Lionel Messi.' Messi is now a legendary star. Meanwhile, Qatar and the rest of the world also witnessed the rise of Kylian Mbappe, who managed to shock Argentina with his speed, strength and talent. This young striker is hinting that he will rule world football from now on.

Mbappe, France's number 10, stood tall despite the defeat in the final. Mbappe, who is celebrating his 24th birthday today, is predicted by the fans to hold most of the records in football in the future. Notably, he has already won a world cup and a golden boot. At present, he is the highest-paid footballer.

With eight goals, Mbappe surpassed Messi to win the Golden Boot for the top scorer in this World Cup. He also became the first player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final since England's Geoff Hurst in 1966.