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Argentina faces Cape Verde as Messi seeks World Cup goal record

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Argentina faces Cape Verde as Messi seeks World Cup goal record

Summary

Defending champion Argentina faces Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Florida, on July 3, aiming for a place in the round of 16 at the World Cup. Lionel Messi, who has scored six goals in the tournament, is looking to extend his lead as the all-time World Cup scorer, currently at 19 goals. Cape Verde has defied expectations by advancing past group stage and previously held Spain to a 0-0 draw. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni emphasized the need to respect Cape Verde as a strong team. The match is scheduled for 6 p.m. EDT, following earlier games involving Australia and Egypt, and Colombia and Ghana.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina plays against Cape Verde in Miami, July 3.
•Messi tied for the most goals in the tournament with six.
•Cape Verde advanced past group stage unexpectedly.
•Match scheduled for 6 p.m. EDT.
•Other matches include Australia vs. Egypt and Colombia vs. Ghana.

Latest Updates

9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi live stats today: Updated World Cup goals, highlights from Argentina vs. Cape Verde
11:30 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup what to know: Messi looks to add to career goals lead when Argentina faces Cape Verde

What they're saying

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Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina will look to claim one of the final spots in the round of 16 at the World Cup on Friday night when they Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Florida. To no one's surprise, Messi has been one of the biggest stars of the tournament with six goals, tied for the most with France’s Kylian Mbappe. Messi is now the World Cup's all-time leading scorer with 19 goals, but Mbappe only one behind after scoring twice in France’s 3-0 win over Sweden.
— Yahoo Sportsby STEVE REED