Argentina Edge Cape Verde 2-1 After Extra Time

Argentina held on to a 2-1 victory over Cape Verde after both sides traded goals. Cape Verde equalised in regulation and again in extra time, but Lionel Messi’s late strike secured the win for the world champions. The match, played at the 111th minute, saw the under‑dog side keep the leaders on their toes for most of the game, forcing a set‑piece finish that proved decisive. blablasex.es

Argentina’s journey to the round of 16 continues, as they look to regroup after a close encounter that tested their resilience laisser. The match highlighted the need for the Argentine squad to find more than just Messi to create magic on the field.