Argentina edges past Cape Verde in extra time to advance

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Argentina edges past Cape Verde in extra time to advance
Summary

Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in a World Cup match held on July 4. The victory was sealed by an own goal from Diney Borges, which reflected the tough nature of the match. Coach Lionel Scaloni emphasized the difficulty of the contest and the resilience shown by his players. Argentina's progression to the round of 16 came with challenges, highlighting areas for improvement, particularly after a physically demanding extra-time period.

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  • Argentina wins 3-2 after extra time against Cape Verde.
  • Diney Borges scored a late own goal to secure the win.
  • Match took place on July 4 during the World Cup.
  • Lionel Scaloni praised the team's resilience despite challenges.
  • Argentina moves on to the round of 16.
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Lionel Scaloni says Argentina’s hard-fought win over Cape Verde proved that they are not on the “easy side of the draw” at the World Cup.Argentina prevailed 3-2 in extra-time to progress to the ...

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