Argentina looked on course for a famous victory after Lionel Messi struck twice in the first half to put the South Americans ahead. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner produced vintage moments to leave the French defence in tatters. Yet the script flipped dramatically when Kylian Mbappé found his scoring touch late on.

With only minutes remaining, Mbappé turned the game on its head, rifling home two clinical finishes to level the score at 2-2. France’s lightning-quick striker showed exactly why he is considered one of the world’s elite forwards, punishing Argentina’s momentary lapse in concentration. The equaliser sparked wild celebrations among the French bench and travelling supporters.

Both teams now sit level on points after this pulsating encounter, underlining why this group is already being labelled the toughest in the tournament. With two of the pre-tournament favourites sharing the spoils, the battle for qualification promises to go down to the wire. Fans worldwide were treated to a classic that showcased the very best of modern football.