- Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in a World Cup 2026 match that extended into extra time.
- Lionel Messi opened the scoring for Argentina, marking his eighth consecutive World Cup game with a goal.
- Cape Verde equalized twice, first through Deroy Duarte to force extra time, and later with a powerful strike from Sidny Lopes Cabral.
- Lisandro Martinez initially put Argentina ahead in extra time, but Cape Verde quickly responded to level the score once more.
- Cristian Romero's header, deflected in by Diney Borges for an own goal in the 111th minute, ultimately sealed Argentina's win and their progression to the last 16.
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