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Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde: Champions end African fairytale in World Cup classic

Cape Verde’s World Cup debut ended in heartbreak at the hands of Argentina after Diney Borges’ extra-time own-goal handed them a 3-2 win in…

The National (Scotland)

Tiny Cape Verde steal the show against Argentina in a performance to last in World Cup lore

The African minnows capped off an impressive run with a heroic performance in a 3-2 loss to the defending champions

The Guardian - US

Cape Verde fans stand proud despite Argentina defeat

Cape Verde supporters expressed pride in their team's historic World Cup campaign despite a 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina.

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Lionel Messi explains how Argentina must improve after surviving Cape Verde shock

The world champions scraped into the last-16 after a 3-2 win over Cape Verde on Friday night

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: England get hostile reception in Mexico City as last 16 begins; Cape Verde give huge scare to Argentina – as it happened

Our writers with the latest news and reaction as the last 16 stage begins

The Guardian - UK

Argentina survive major World Cup scare as Egypt edge past Australia

World Cup newcomers Cape Verde scored one of the goals of the tournament against Argentina in Miami.

Euronews

Harry Kane has been World Cup's best player so far: Bhaichung

According to ex-India captain Bhaichung Bhutia, Harry Kane has emerged as the World Cup’s leading performer, surpassing both Messi and Mbappe in pivotal moments that have propelled England forward. Bhutia has named Kane and Mbappe as top candidates for the Golden Boot and the Ball, dependent on their teams’ journeys…

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‘Many Bad Things’—Lionel Messi Explains What Went Wrong for Argentina vs. Cabo Verde

There was some rare tactical insight from Argentina’s captain after an almighty World Cup scare.

Sports Illustrated

Is Argentina v Scotland on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Nations Championship clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the Nations Championship clash

The Independent UK

Cape Verde exit World Cup with heads held high: ‘We did our best and we did it with bravery’

Argentina will move on to last-16 tie against Egypt after a thrilling 3-2 victory against Cape Verde, but this was still a wonderful night for the tiny archipelago nation

The Guardian - UK

Ranking All 16 Teams Left in the 2026 World Cup

Some of the pre-tournament favorites have seen their chances take a hit ahead of the round of 16.

Sports Illustrated

Cape Verde Pushed Argentina to the Brink. Three Different Defenders Pulled the Champions Through.

Argentina survives Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time at the World Cup, escaping a near-historic upset before facing Egypt in the Round of 16.

Latin Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Brackets: Check the full round of 16 schedule in IST & US time. Download match fixtures here

FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 fixtures IST Time: Argentina narrowly advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, setting up a clash with Egypt. The knockout stage has already delivered thrilling upsets, including Belgium's dramatic comeback against Senegal and Portugal's victory powered by Cristiano Ronaldo. Spain…

The Economic Times

In the Wake of Round of 32 Chaos, Can Argentina Survive Without Lionel Messi?

The soccer legend is already competing in his sixth-career World Cup, but Argentina may need him for a seventh.

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The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt beat Australia on penalties, march into Argentina showdown

Egypt clinched a historic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Australia after a 1-1 draw, marking their first World Cup knockout stage win. Mahmoud Saber, Ramy Rabia, Mohamed Salah, and Hossam Abdelmaguid all converted their spot-kicks. Emam Ashour scored Egypt's regulation goal, while an own goal by Mohamed Hany equalized for…

The Independent UK

How Cape Verde immortalised themselves in valiant World Cup exit to Argentina

Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (A.E.T.): The tiny African island nation hit back against the holders twice to threaten one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history before an extra-time own goal proved the difference

Radio France Internationale

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.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Player Ratings vs. Cabo Verde: Unlikely Heroes Help Messi Avoid Humiliation

The defending champion was unimpressive and needed extra time to defeat an honorable Cabo Verde.

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The Independent UK

Argentina clinch dramatic extra-time win over Cape Verde

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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.

The Guardian - UK

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 Economic Times

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…

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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

The Independent UK

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

France 24

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…

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