Argentina advances past Cape Verde after extra-time thriller
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 12:47 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Argentina faced Cape Verde in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup on July 4, 2026. After a tense matchup, the defending champions secured a 3-2 victory following extra time. Cape Verde stunned Argentina with two late equalizers, pushing the match into additional time before Argentina found a decisive goal. This match further demonstrates Argentina's resilience as they continue their title defense.
- •Argentina wins 3-2 against Cape Verde in extra time
- •Cape Verde scored two equalizers to force extra time
- •Match played on July 4, 2026, during the Round of 32
- •Argentina continues its quest to defend the World Cup title
- 12:47 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (AET), World Cup 2026: Albiceleste survive extra-time thriller, advance to Round of 16
- 12:47 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup: Argentina escapes stunningly close matchup against Cape Verde in extra time to advance
"The Blue Sharks forced extra time, hitting two incredible equalizers to stay alive, before Argentina was finally able to find a game-winner.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 12:47 AMArgentina 3-2 Cape Verde (AET), World Cup 2026: Albiceleste survive extra-time thriller, advance to Round of 16
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- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 12:47 AM2026 World Cup: Argentina escapes stunningly close matchup against Cape Verde in extra time to advance
The Blue Sharks forced extra time, hitting two incredible equalizers to stay alive, before Argentina was finally able to find a game-winner.
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