Witnessing his wife's pregnancy helped Argentina national team defender Lisandro Martinez abandon thoughts of retirement, allowing him to participate in his second consecutive World Cup.

Goalkeeper and captain Vozinha proud as Cape Verde twice equalized against Argentina, only losing in extra time in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

Argentina's third goal was ruled an own goal, costing Lionel Messi an assist in their 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

Captain Lionel Messi admitted Argentina played below their potential despite a 3-2 victory over Cape Verde, emphasizing the balance among teams at the 2026 World Cup.

Lionel Messi continues to rewrite World Cup history with a series of new milestones, even as Argentina was held to a 1-1 draw by Cape Verde in the round of 16 in Miami.

Defender Sidny Lopes Cabral wants to swap jerseys with former teammate Nicolas Otamendi instead of Lionel Messi after cape verde faces argentina in the World Cup 2026 round of 16.

Cape Verde president Jose Maria Neves believes the national team is capable of surprising reigning champions Argentina in the World Cup 2026 round of 16.

Cape Verde not only secured a 0-0 draw against Spain but also broke the record for the fewest fouls committed in a World Cup match.

Spain national team coach Luis De La Fuente praised the opponent after the 0-0 draw in their opening match of group H, World Cup 2026.

Defending European champions Spain kick off against newcomer Cape Verde in their first Group H match at the 2026 World Cup. Kick-off is at 23h.