Argentina Narrowly Avoids Historic Upset vs. Cape Verde With Extra Time Winner
Argentina Survive Cape Verde Scare to Reach World Cup Round of 16
Defending champions Argentina national football team needed extra time to overcome a spirited Cape Verde national football team side, securing a dramatic 3-2 victory in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash in Miami.
Cape Verde, making their debut appearance at the FIFA World Cup, produced another fearless display and came within touching distance of one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history. The Blue Sharks matched Argentina for long spells and pushed the reigning champions to the limit before eventually falling in extra time.
Argentina entered the encounter as overwhelming favourites, with captain Lionel Messi leading a star-studded squad. However, Cape Verde refused to be intimidated, displaying the sa...