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Messi on target as Argentina squeak past gallant Cape Verde to reach last 16

Cape Verde took defending champions Argentina to the edge of the abyss on Friday night during a pulsating last 32 tie at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 4

Argentina clinch dramatic extra-time win over Cape Verde

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The Independent UK · Jul 4

Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thriller

MIAMI - ⁠Argentina ⁠beat Cape Verde 3-2 in their World Cup last-32 ‌clash which went into extra time on Friday, with an own goal in the 111th minute giving the ⁠reigning champions the win.

Bangkok Post · Jul 4

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Cape Verde threaten shock for the ages before Argentina break hearts in World Cup classic

Argentina are into the last 16 of the World Cup but only after a 3-2 extra-time win over a magnificent Cape Verde side

The Guardian - UK · Jul 4

FIFA 2026: Messi's Argentina outlast Cape Verde in 120-minute epic to reach World Cup last 16

Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal, but Argentina faced a stern test from Cape Verde, needing extra-time to secure a 3-2 victory and advance to the last 16. Despite Messi's brilliance and an own goal sealing the win, the Blue Sharks' spirited performance, including two stunning equalizers, pushed…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Insane drama as Argentina and Cape Verde put on one of the greatest games in World Cup history

If we see a more compelling encounter at this World Cup - or any other in our lifetimes - we will count ourselves very lucky indeed

FourFourTwo · Jul 4

Magical World Cup ride of Vozinha and Cape Verde ends after pushing Messi and Argentina to the brink

Vozinha's dream was for his mother to see him play at the World Cup, and he achieved that and more

The Independent UK · Jul 4

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World Cup 2026: Argentina survive epic Cape Verde scare after extra-time thriller

Argentina eliminated a heroic Cape Verde side 3-2 in an extraordinary Round of 32 encounter at Miami after a pulsating extra-time period that tested the defending champions to their limit. The Albiceleste's resilience was matched only by the Blue Shaks' refusal to surrender, with the match swinging dramatically multiple times…

France 24 · Jul 4

Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde: Blue Sharks' fairytale run comes to an end as Albiceste escape in extra-time

Albiceleste twice gave up the lead on frantic night in Miami

Evening Standard · Jul 4

Cape Verde’s Sidny Cabral celebrates in crowd after scoring screamer against Argentina

Cabral’s curler left Argentina stunned as the holders were pegged back for a second time in their round of 32 clash

The Independent UK · Jul 4

Lionel Messi lauded by Ian Wright and Gary Neville for ‘total control’ after sublime Argentina goal

Messi scored his seventh goal of the World Cup 2026 against Cape Verde in the last 32 tie in Miami to extend his outstanding form

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Who is Drew Fischer? The referee for Argentina vs Cape Verde

The Canadian referee has been placed in charge of Argentina vs Cape Verde

FourFourTwo · Jul 3

How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Lionel Messi faces FIFA World Cup 2026 upstarts

Here's how to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as the Blue Sharks aim to shock the holders.

TechRadar · Jul 3

Who are the ITV pundits, commentators and presenters for Argentina v Cape Verde?

Argentina's World Cup defence continues against Cape Verde

FourFourTwo · Jul 3

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France 24 · Jul 3

World Cup 2026: Salah's Egypt beat Australia in penalty shootout to reach last 16

Mohamed Salah coolly tucked away a panenka penalty as Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to clinch their first win in a World Cup knockout match, after their round of 32 match finished even at 1-1. They will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the last 16.

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Argentina vs Cape Verde LIVE: Champions snatch dramatic extra-time win in World Cup classic

Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (aet): Diney own goal from Romero header saved the reigning world champions deep into extra-time against the ultimate minnows

The Guardian - US · Jul 3

Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (aet): World Cup 2026 last 32, extra time – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The tournament’s surprise package almost caused a shock for the ages after taking the reigning champions to extra time before having their dream dashed

Evening Standard · Jul 3

Argentina vs Cape Verde LIVE: EXTRA TIME - World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

Minnows edged out after valiant performance

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FourFourTwo · Jul 3

Who are the ITV commentators, pundits and presenters for Argentina vs Cape Verde?

Argentina and Cape Verde are bidding for a place in the last-16 in a match being broadcast by ITV

FourFourTwo · Jul 3

Argentina vs Cape Verde prediction as Lionel Messi show rolls into Miami

Argentina face a defiant Cape Verde outfit in the Round of 32 after beating the oddsmakers and qualifying for the knockouts at their first World Cup

The Times of India · Jul 3

IShowSpeed reveals plans to stream Lionel Messi’s Argentina vs Cape Verde FIFA World Cup knockout match from the stadium

IShowSpeed is set to livestream Argentina’s Round of 32 match against Cape Verde from the stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The update was shared by IShowSpeedHQ and confirmed through his official YouTube schedule. The match also marks Lionel Messi’s first knockout game of the tournament as Speed continues…

Evening Standard · Jul 3

Who are Cape Verde's players? From Premier League flop to Instagram sensation

New faces have emerged from this World Cup’s surprise package

France 24 · Jul 3

Cape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina

Minnows Cape Verde hope to continue their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they face Argentina, and footballing legend Lionel Messi. The Atlantic archipelago became the smallest ever nation to reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup by earning unexpected draws with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.

The Guardian - US · Jul 3

World Cup schedule today: How to watch Argentina v Cape Verde, TV channels & live stream Friday 3 July

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Friday 3 July, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options

The Guardian - US · Jul 3

Lionel Messi makes his Miami homecoming with Argentina: ‘For us this is a chance to celebrate him’

The Albiceleste’s last-32 match against Cape Verde will see the Inter Miami star’s paths for club and country meet at last

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