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Match ReportJul 4, 2026

Messi’s Late Deflection Saves Argentina After Cape Verde Scare

Argentina are into the World Cup Round of 16 after edging Cape Verde Islands 32 in extra time last night in Miami, but Lionel Scaloni knows ...

Frederic Lumiere

3 min read

FIFA World Cup

PreviewJul 2, 2026

Messi Leads Ruthless Argentina into Tricky Cape Verde Test at Hard Rock Stadium

Argentina arrive in Miami Gardens knowing the bracket has handed them an unexpected opponent and zero margin for complacency. Hard Rock Stad...

Frederic Lumiere

3 min read

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Match ReportJun 28, 2026

Overview

Cape Verde Islands held Saudi Arabia to a 00 draw in Houston, a hardedged point that locks Rui Águas’s side into the Round of 32 as Group H ...

Frederic Lumiere

3 min read

Friendlies3 - 0

Match ReportJun 1, 2026

Águas’ Halftime Overhaul Propels Cape Verde to 3-0 Serbia Rout

Cape Verde Islands beat Serbia 30 in Lisbon, a friendly statement that underlined their momentum heading toward a maiden World Cup appearanc...

Frederic Lumiere

2 min read

FIFA World Cup

PreviewMar 4, 2026

Atlanta opener pits Spain’s high-line gamble against Cape Verde’s counter punch

Spain know Atlanta must be the launchpad if Group H is to stay on script. With just over three months until kickoff at MercedesBenz Stadium,...

Frederic Lumiere

3 min read