Cheering crowds of exhilarated soccer fans in NYC flood Times Square after nail-biting World Cup win

Jubilant Argentina fans in New York City have turned Times Square into a sea of white and blue following their dramatic win on penalties in the World Cup Final against France.

The nail-biting final ended 3-3 after extra time following two goals from Messi and a hattrick from Mbappe before it went on to penalties.

The game was shown on big screens in Times Square as thousands got to witness Argentina win 4-2 in the shoot out leaving crowds of football lovers chanting Messi’s name.

If there were any French fans among those celebrating the South American team’s win, they were quickly drowned out by the joys of celebrating Argentines.

Fans of Argentina celebrate the final match of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 between Argentina and France in Times Square

Fans of Argentina celebrate the final match of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 between Argentina and France in Times Square

Argentina fans celebrate in Times Square after Argentina beat France to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final in Qatar

Argentina fans celebrate in Times Square after Argentina beat France to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final in Qatar

Times Square was turned into a sea of white and blue following Argentina's dramatic win on penalties in the World Cup Final

Times Square was turned into a sea of white and blue following Argentina’s dramatic win on penalties in the World Cup Final

Argentina fans were in high spirits after winning their third World Cup in an extraordinary final

Argentina fans were in high spirits after winning their third World Cup in an extraordinary final

A fan in their car screams as others celebrate in Times Square after Argentina beat France to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup

A fan in their car screams as others celebrate in Times Square after Argentina beat France to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup

One woman could be seen dolled up with blue and white face paint, the colors of the Argentinian team

One woman could be seen dolled up with blue and white face paint, the colors of the Argentinian team

An Argentinian fan can be seen with a whistle in his mouth as he supports his team while watching on in Times Square

An Argentinian fan can be seen with a whistle in his mouth as he supports his team while watching on in Times Square

Scenes  of celebration were all about following the Argentines victory

Scenes  of celebration were all about following the Argentines victory

There are around 25,000 Argentinians living in New York City. Indeed, the Big Apple still remains the center of Argentine culture and activity in the United States.

Lionel Messi sent the Lusail stadium into raptures as he finally realized his dream of winning a World Cup, guiding Argentina to glory through a nerve-wracking win in Qatar.

Argentinian fans the world over including New York erupted in wild celebrations as their team prevailed, scoring every spot kick while France squandered two of their efforts amid the mind games of Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

Earlier Messi had scored a desperate goal in extra time to drag his team back in front of defending champions France – only for Kylian Mbappe to seal a hat-trick and set up a nerve-wracking penalty shootout.

One woman could be seen celebrating as she held as Argentinian flag together with a plastic World Cup trophy

One woman could be seen celebrating as she held as Argentinian flag together with a plastic World Cup trophy

Times Square appeared to be the focal point for the 25,000 Argentinian nationals that live in New York City

Times Square appeared to be the focal point for the 25,000 Argentinian nationals that live in New York City

Fans could be seen jumping up on top of objects in the streets to shout their joy

Fans could be seen jumping up on top of objects in the streets to shout their joy

A massive Argentinian flag could be seen floating above the crows in Times Square on Sunday afternoon

A massive Argentinian flag could be seen floating above the crows in Times Square on Sunday afternoon 

People celebrate after Argentina defeats France in the Qatar 2022 World Cup Final in Times Square in New York City

People celebrate after Argentina defeats France in the Qatar 2022 World Cup Final in Times Square in New York City

Argentinian fans burst with unbridled joy in Times Square as their team secured the trophy

Argentinian fans burst with unbridled joy in Times Square as their team secured the trophy

Hundreds of soccer supporters were wedged shoulder to shoulder as they packed the New York City landmark

Hundreds of soccer supporters were wedged shoulder to shoulder as they packed the New York City landmark

It was a bumpy road before Argentina's hair-raising win was secured

It was a bumpy road before Argentina’s hair-raising win was secured

Decked head to toe in blue and white, fans of all ages came out in the winter sunshine to celebrate their team's win

Decked head to toe in blue and white, fans of all ages came out in the winter sunshine to celebrate their team’s win

The game was an emotional rollercoaster ride as both teams scored three goals apiece leading to a heart-stopping penalty shootout finale

The game was an emotional rollercoaster ride as both teams scored three goals apiece leading to a heart-stopping penalty shootout finale

People celebrate after Argentina defeats France in the Qatar 2022 World Cup Final in Times Square in New York City

People celebrate after Argentina defeats France in the Qatar 2022 World Cup Final in Times Square in New York City

Argentina clinched their first World Cup since 1986 with a 4-2 victory in penalty kicks

Argentina clinched their first World Cup since 1986 with a 4-2 victory in penalty kicks

Times Square became a real focal point for the fans of the Argentinian team following their hard-fought victory

Times Square became a real focal point for the fans of the Argentinian team following their hard-fought victory

One woman could be seen hanging from the lamppost as she was overcome with euphoria at the win

One woman could be seen hanging from the lamppost as she was overcome with euphoria at the win

One man, seen at the bottom of this picture, appeared to bring a drumkit with him to celebrate the win

One man, seen at the bottom of this picture, appeared to bring a drumkit with him to celebrate the win

Argentinian flags appeared to be the order of the day following their historic win on Sunday afternoon

Argentinian flags appeared to be the order of the day following their historic win on Sunday afternoon 

A group of Argentinian fans could be seen celebrating in a section at the side of Times Square

A group of Argentinian fans could be seen celebrating in a section at the side of Times Square 

One woman is overcome with emotion as her team finally secured victory for the first time since 1986

One woman is overcome with emotion as her team finally secured victory for the first time since 1986

Fans of Argentina celebrate their team's victory at La Pulperia restaurant in New York City

Fans of Argentina celebrate their team’s victory at La Pulperia restaurant in New York City

Argentina fans celebrate their win at the Joyce Public House bar in New York City

Argentina fans celebrate their win at the Joyce Public House bar in New York City

Fans of Argentina watch the final match of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 between Argentina and France at La Pulperia restaurant in New York City

Fans of Argentina watch the final match of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 between Argentina and France at La Pulperia restaurant in New York City

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