Argentina maintained their perfect World Cup semifinals record after defeating Croatia 3-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup 2022 final, where they face defending champions France. Argentina captain Lionel Messi is leading the players list of most goals and assists combined, however, the 35-year-old missed the training on Thursday that leads to the speculations about his hamstring injury.

After losing the World Cup final eight years ago, Argentina and captain Lionel Messi have a strong chance to claim the victory this year. On the other hand, France will look to win the title for the second straight time and join Brazil and Germany in the list of only countries to win back-to-back World Cups.

Messi played a sensational game against Croatia and the PSG star looked to be grabbing at his left hamstring in the later stages of the World Cup semifinal match against Croatia. Follow the live updates on Lionel Messi’s injury: