Cape Verde shook Argentina but couldn't knock them out
Argentina drew 1-1 with their opponents, who were participating in the World Cup for the first time; Cape Verde equalized despite falling behind in extra time as well. With a goal from Cristian Romero in the 111th minute, the match ended 3-2, eliminating Cape Verde from the tournament.
Argentina and Cape Verde faced off in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Argentina won the highly competitive match 3-2 in extra time.
Argentina finished the first half with a 1-0 lead thanks to a goal by Lionel Messi in the 29th minute. Cape Verde leveled the score with a goal from Deroy Duarte in the 59th minute. With no further goals in the remaining minutes, the match went to extra time.
Argentina regained the lead in the 92nd minute with a goal from Lisandro Martinez. However, Cape Verde did not give up. Trabzonspor's new signing, Sidny Lopes Cabral, brought his team back to a draw once again with a brilliant goal in the 103rd minute.
The deadlock was broken in the 111th minute by an own goal from Diney. Argentina left the pitch with a 3-2 victory, advancing to the round of 16, while Cape Verde's World Cup journey came to an end.
In the round of 16, Argentina will face Egypt, who advanced after eliminating Australia.
News Source: 12punto
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