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The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 was one of the toughest competitions in football history. From the start of the competition to the end, there were lots of exciting moments that made it memorable, but no other part of the world cup is more exciting than the final. Everyone knew it would be a tough match as the two countries facing each other had some high-profile players. For France, there was the talented Mbbape, while for Argentina, there was the brilliant Messi, which meant it was more than just a clash of two countries at football but also a clash of some of the world’s most amazing players. Throughout the match, Argentina took the lead but somehow, France, with the help of the talented Mbappe, always managed to equalize the game. First, it was 2:0 with Argentina leading, then it became 2:2, and then 3:2, at the extra time with Argentina leading, and finally, 3:3. With none of the teams willing to give in to a loss, the match went into a penalty shootout, and it was then that, finally, Argentina, with the help of their experienced goalkeeper won the world cup.

Fans all over the world immediately went wild. Those not cheering or making some kind of victory noise were busy tweeting and sharing posts on social media. The words - Messi and Argentina were trending with millions of mentions all over different social media platforms. Argentina was officially declared the winner of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and while lovers of football all over the world and Argentinian citizens celebrate the Argentinian victory, this is a great time to talk about what this means for the country itself and travelers visiting.

What Winning The 2022 FIFA World Cup Means For Argentina And Travelers To The Country

There are many benefits of winning a world cup. Countries with such prestigious titles benefit a lot of things which is why many countries always line up to compete every four years. For Argentina, the world cup medal is the number one benefit that the world cup winner title will bring to this country, but there's a lot more to gain, and even travelers will share from the benefits of this victory. Some of the benefits of this victory to Argentina and travelers include the following:

Increased Tourism To The Country

The World cup has always been an important driver of tourism. First, it drives tourism to the country it is hosted then it drives tourism to the country that ends up winning the world cup. With Argentina winning the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the country is about to experience a massive tourism boost in the coming months as more people would love to visit to get a taste of the excitement.

Up To $40 million Cash Reward To Argentina

While the accolades and winner title are what most people celebrate, the winning team has much more to enjoy. According to Bloomberg, the winning team of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will pocket more than $40 million, and this is a good thing. It could go into a massive infrastructure project in the country that would end up adding more value to the lives of the winning country and those visiting it.

For Travelers To Argentina, It Means A Happier Atmosphere

Argentinians love football with all their heart which is why they are always present to give their support when their country is competing. With their country (Argentina) being the latest world cup winner, there’s no doubt that happiness levels in the country will be at an all-time high. The next world happiness report might even have Argentina topping the list.

For travelers visiting the country, this is good news because a happy country definitely means an enjoyable vacation. Some travelers who even know how to bring back the exciting memories of the country’s glorious moments at the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar might even get some free meals.

Stocks Tied To Argentina Will Shoot Up

Historically, stock markets connected to winning teams in the FIFA World Cup tend to rise, and this will be the case for Argentina. In fact, reports have already pointed out that the Argentinian stock market reached an all-time high in December 2022, and without an iota of doubt, that spike was the effect of the World cup. With the country now the official winner of the medal, the stock market of the country will be bullish in the coming weeks and even months. To spell it out completely, this is a great time to invest in Argentina.

Argentinian Economy Will Likely Respond Positively To The Victory For A Long Time

Historically, the economy of any winning team outperforms the global average by more than 3%. With the stock market of Argentina already in an upward trend, one can confidently say that the economy of the country will respond positively to this victory. For anyone who wanted to visit or stay in Argentina and hopefully make some money, this is a great time to make the move.

Fewer Heart Attacks For Argentina

To some, it may be funny, while to others, it may be sad, but truly studies have shown that citizens of countries that lose critical world cup matches get more heart attacks. Brazil is particularly notorious for this as the people simply put their entire hearts into the game and end up getting heartbroken. The heart can only bear so much sorrow, which is why football losses frequently lead to heart attacks.

For Argentina, this same sad reality would have been the case if they had lost. The sorrow of Messi never getting a shot at the world cup medal and the overall fact that they lost the final would have sadly broken a lot of hearts and sent many people spending Christmas on hospital beds. Thankfully, that was not the case. Argentina won, and the people are rejoicing. Even people who were previously sick would now heal faster because of the excitement all over the country.

Why This Is A Great Time To Visit Argentina

Argentina has always been a great place to visit, even before their victory at the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar, but now that they are winners, the country just got more appealing. For days, weeks, and perhaps even a few months to come, Argentinians would be celebrating this victory. This victory celebration will even combine with the Christmas celebration to make the excitement a lot louder and merrier. Santa would not even need to share gifts in Argentina anymore because the country had already received the perfect Christmas gift - the World Cup medal.

With a soaring stock market, a rising economy, happier citizens, and an unemployment rate already at a six-year low since June 2022, there’s no better time to visit Argentina than now.

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Exciting Things You Should Do When You Visit Argentina

Visiting Argentina is an exciting thing to do, especially now that the country is officially the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 winner. When visiting the country, there are many things one can do, but one can start with these for a memorable time in the country.

Watch A Football Match

Perhaps the most Argentinian thing to do in Argentina is to watch a football match. Football in this country feels electrifying because the people seem to put their whole soul into the sport. During matches, stadiums are often filled with overwhelming chants and songs from Argentinian fans. That passion gave the Argentinian national team the boost with which they won the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar. Hence, it is something one should experience when in the country.

Check Out The Mighty Iguazu Falls

All parts of Iguazu Falls are worth exploring, but for travelers visiting Argentina, it is the perfect opportunity to check out the Argentinian side. At the Argentinian part of Iguazu Falls, visitors will have opportunities to engage in a wide range of activities, like riding a boat to the foot of many of the mighty falls or hiking in the forest that surrounds the area.

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Visit Ushuaia - The City At The End Of The World

Ushuaia - the city at the end of the world, is one of the unique things Argentina is known for, and visiting the country is an opportunity to spend some time there. In Ushuaia, travelers can see penguins, take scenic boat trips, take a train ride to the end of the world, and enjoy some winter sports at a ski resort.