World Cup 2026: Argentina survive epic Cape Verde scare after extra-time thriller
- Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in an epic Round of 32 tie on Friday evening in Miami, with the defending champions' greater depth ultimately deciding an astonishing contest.
- Lionel Messi had given the Albiceleste the lead in the 28th minute after receiving a perfect assist, but Cape Verde produced a remarkable first comeback to equalise through Deroy Duarte's stunning finish in the 58th minute.
- Read moreCape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina Lisandro Martinez restored Argentina's lead with a powerful strike early in extra time, only for Sidny Lopes Cabral
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- Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in an epic Round of 32 tie on Friday evening in Miami, with the defending champions' greater depth ultimately deciding an astonishing contest.
- Lionel Messi had given the Albiceleste the lead in the 28th minute after receiving a perfect assist, but Cape Verde produced a remarkable first comeback to equalise through Deroy Duarte's stunning finish in the 58th minute.
- Read moreCape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina Lisandro Martinez restored Argentina's lead with a powerful strike early in extra time, only for Sidny Lopes Cabral
Sources: France 24