Argentina Defeats Cape Verde 3-2 in Extra Time to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16
Summary
Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time at the FIFA World Cup 2026 to secure a place in the Round of 16, with a decisive own goal by Diney Borges.
Key Points
- Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match.
- Lionel Messi and Lisandro Martinez scored key goals for Argentina.
- Cape Verde equalized twice and challenged Argentina strongly despite being ranked 59th.
- An own goal by Cape Verde's Diney Borges in extra time secured Argentina's victory.
