Emmanuel Macron: France president consoles players after World Cup final loss to Argentina



Macron, who was watching the game live at Lusail Stadium and reacting passionately throughout, made his way onto the pitch after the shootout to console French players.

The president was notably seen speaking to and embracing Mbappe, while Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez did so at the same time.

Macron, 44, then handed out runners-up medals to the France team.

At Russia 2018, France became world champions by beating Croatia 4-2 in the final to lift the trophy for the first time since 1998.

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