Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Argentina for winning the 2022 football World Cup - their third time.

"This will be remembered as one of the most thrilling Football matches! Congrats to Argentina on becoming #FIFAWorldCup Champions! They've played brilliantly through the tournament. Millions of Indian fans of Argentina and Messi rejoice in the magnificent victory!" Modi tweeted, also tagging Argentina President Alberto Fernandez. He also congratulated France, the losing finalists, for their spirited performance, tagging French President Emmanuel Macron, who was at the match.