World Cup 2026 results: Messi scores again and Egypt make history

FootballSports
4 Jul 2026 • 2:24 PM MYT
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World Cup 2026 results: Messi scores again and Egypt make history

  • Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in extra time during a World Cup last-32 match after Lionel Messi opened the scoring for Argentina, but Deroy Duarte equalised for Cape Verde, forcing extra time.
  • The reigning world champions faced a significant scare but will now progress to face Egypt in the last-16.
  • Meanwhile, Egypt made history by defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, securing their first-ever World Cup knockout victory and advancing to the last 16.
  • Mohamed Salah scored an audacious Panenka penalty during the shootout, contributing to Egypt's win against Australia, who will now face Argentina or Cape Verde.
  • The World Cup Golden Boot race is heating up, with Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi leading the scoring.

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