Following Argentina's triumph over France to lift the World Cup trophy in Qatar, a TikTok video went viral on social media showing the South American nation's fans seeking support from their Bangladeshi counterparts.
In the video taken before the start of the final match, Argentine fans in Qatar were asking the Bangladeshis to pray for their win.
@tsports বাংলাদেশের দোয়া চাইছে আর্জেন্টিনার সবাই। #fifaworldcup #argentina #fifa #fifaworldcupqatar2022 #footballfan ♬ original sound - T Sports
Bangladeshi football fans chanted "Messi, Messi," shedding tears of joy and dancing in the streets to celebrate the triumph of Argentina - a country half a world away - over France on Sunday.
According to police, hundreds of thousands of people defied chilly temperatures to watch the match on giant screens set up in the capital Dhaka's key squares, roads and football grounds.
Many wore Argentina's sky blue and white national colors and sported Lionel Messi's iconic No 10 jersey.
The mad following of Bangladeshi fans is a hot topic among the media all over the world.
ReutersIn return, there has been acknowledgement and appreciation from Argentina towards Bangladesh and its passionate football fans.
The mutual admiration and respect shared between Argentina and Bangladesh has created a beautiful friendship.


