Argentina Clinches Round of 16 Spot in Extra Time Thriller
Argentina has secured a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Cabo Verde in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match, held at Miami Stadium in Florida, saw the defending champions pushed to the limit by the tournament newcomers before ultimately prevailing in extra time.
Match Highlights
Lionel Messi broke the deadlock in the 28th minute with a clinical finish.
Cabo Verde leveled the score in the 59th minute through Deroy Duarte, forcing the match into a tense conclusion.
Early in extra time, Lisandro Martínez restored Argentina’s lead in the 92nd minute.
Cabo Verde responded again in the 103rd minute with a spectacular goal from Sidny Lopes Cabral.
The deciding moment came in the 111th minute when an own goal by Diney secured the win for Argentina.
Argentina now advances to the Round of 16, continuing their quest to defend the title.
