Lionel Messi was able to help Argentina win against Cape Verde, but came at a cost as he left the field with a bruised forehead after a big collision.
Argentina were far from perfect and even flirted with elimination. Still, some how some way, they found a way to advance, and that's all Lionel Messi and company could ask for.
Argentina defeated Cape Verde in the Round of 32 and will face Egypt in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.
Although they suffered more than expected and needed extra time, Lionel Messi and Argentina have punched their ticket to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup, keeping their dream of back-to-back world titles alive and well.
After providing another assist for Argentina, Lionel Messi surpassed Diego Maradona in an interesting World Cup record.
In Argentina's Round of 32 match against Cape Verde, Lionel Messi found the back of the net once again, adding another goal to his tally at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentina's supporters are once again filling the stadiums with an iconic song to cheer on their team.
Argentina's World Cup history is extraordinary with legends such as Diego Armando Maradona and Lionel Messi.
Egypt have learned their path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16. Find out who they will face, when the match will be played, and where the knockout clash will take place.
Argentina play their Round of 32 match against Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup without Julian Alvarez in the starting lineup.
A near-capacity crowd is expected as Argentina face Cape Verde in a high-stakes World Cup knockout match, with fans expected to pack Miami Stadium.
Everything is set for Argentina's Round of 32 showdown against Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup, including the officiating crew.
Lionel Messi and Argentina aim to come through the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup unscathed, and to do so they must overcome Cape Verde in Miami.
Registering implies accepting the Terms and Conditions
SOCCER SCHEDULE
