How Cold-Blooded France Beat The Brave Croatians To Win Its 2nd World Cup Title

What a thrilling end to the FIFA world cup 2018! It’s time to congratulate France on their 2nd win at the world cup final and to Croatia for the outstanding performance.

Croatia who have surprised their opponents throughout the tournament with their intense performance and energy looked tired in the final as their aching limbs and muscles failed to reply as they fought hard in the finals but had ran out of steam after playing extra time in their last 3 matches while the blue team took control over its opponent to win the prestigious trophy after 20 years.

As the referee blew the final whistle the men in blue exploded while the other red and white exploded clapping in appreciation. France, a team full of talent and attitude, displayed flair and nerve to crush the Croatians 4-2 and finally win the trophy after Zinedine Zidane and Co. had won the trophy after 20 years at home.

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While Croatia had more of the possession, 66% it was France’s quality team which had made it tough for Luka Modric and Co. in the second half.

Well, the first goal of France came when Antoine Griezmann floated in a beauty from a free-kick which took Mandzukic’s rising head to fly into the goal.

Ivan Perisic, the Inter Milan star displayed beautiful balance and power to slam home a left-footer past Lloris.

Well, the other three goals came in a row for Hugo Lloris and Co. as Croatia lost the plot. Meanwhile, one of them was off a penalty, scored by Griezmann. Then we had Pogba and Mbappe who was the 1st teenager after Pele in 1958 to score in World Cup final.

In the 69th minute,  we saw Lloris being punished by Mandzukic to net a goal in favour of Croatia.

Watch the highlights:

Well, finally a month-long world cup of Russia 2018 which was full of shocks, heartbreaks, historic firsts along with new heroes finally came to an end.

Now, let’s check out who won the FIFA awards for 2018 world cup:

  • Best Player Golden Ball: Luka Modric (Croatia)
  • Silver Ball: Eden Hazard (Belgium)
  • Bronze Ball: Antoine Griezmann (France)
  • Top Goalscorer  Golden Boot: Harry Kane (England), 6 goals
  • Silver Boot: Antoine Griezmann (France), 4 goals
  • Bronze Boot: Romelu Lukaku (Belgium), 4 goals
  • Best Goalkeeper Golden Glove: Thibaut Courtois (Belgium)
  • Best FIFA Young Player: Kylian Mbappe (France)
  • Fairest Team FIFA Fair Play Trophy: Spain
  • Man Of The Match(Final): Antoine Griezmann (France)

Also, check out the celebrations in France

Don’t miss this one when Presidents of France and Croatia were pictured together.

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