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Argentina Edge Cape Verde 3-2 to Reach Round of 16

Published July 4, 2026 · Updated July 4, 2026 · Fox Sports

Argentina secured a 3‑2 victory over Cape Verde in extra time, with Messi scoring his record‑extending 20th World Cup goal and an own goal in the 111th minute sealing the win. The win sends Argentina to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt.

Argentina beat Cape Verde 3‑2 in a thriller that ran into extra time. Messi opened the scoring in the first half, Martínez added a 103rd‑minute goal, and an own goal by Diney Borges in the 111th minute sealed the win.

The small island nation produced a historic run, with goalkeeper Vozinha making 10 saves. Argentina now faces Egypt in the Round of 16. ipltable.lol

Argentina Edge Cape Verde 3-2 to Reach Round of 16

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