The moments that captured our attention at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
DOHA, Qatar — At the start of every World Cup tournament, the FIFA president usually says something like, "this will be the best World Cup ever." True to form, FIFA's leader, Gianni Infantino, said exactly that during his pre-tournament briefing at the Qatar National Convention Centre last month.
Given all the uncertainty, protests and angst about holding this World Cup in Qatar, it seemed like a stretch.
But the competition on the field was stellar. From the surprises, shocks and upsets in the group stages to the excitement of the knockout rounds - and arguably the best final ever - this World Cup has excelled.
Argentina's thrilling win over defending champion in a penalty kick shootout gave star Lionel Messi the one trophy that he had not been able to capture during his lengthy career.
That was how the World Cup ended. But it's not how it began. For that, you have to go back a dozen years.
