Argentina is off to the World Cup final after a dominant 3-0 victory over Argentina on Tuesday and by no surprise, Lionel Messi played a key part. Not only did he score the opener from the penalty spot, but the legend also assisted the third, putting the ball on a platter for youngster Julian Alvarez, who bagged a brace himself.

Taking his tally to five goals and four assists in Qatar, Twitter just couldn't believe how phenomenal Messi really was in this crucial fixture, never mind the entire tournament.

The GOAT debate must be over, right? Lionel Messi is one victory away from lifting the only trophy he's never captured. Cristiano Ronaldo hasn't even gotten close to a World Cup title. There will always be people that favor Ronaldo over Messi, but surely, this competition has solidified who is the more prolific player.

Messi is the oldest player ever to score five goals in a World Cup and honestly, he doesn't look like he's missed a beat. The striker absolutely tore apart the Croatian backline and made youngster Josko Gvardiol look foolish here with a ridiculous run and assist:

The definition of world-class. He's now tied with France star and PSG teammate Kylian Mbappe in the Golden Boot race, but at this rate, it feels like a no-doubter Messi will capture the Golden Ball, awarded to the best player of the World Cup. Perhaps he'll win both.

We all can't wait to see what Lionel Messi does in the final. It should be a thrill to watch.