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Argentina faces Cape Verde in World Cup 2026 last 32 match

Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 8:01 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Argentina faces Cape Verde in World Cup 2026 last 32 match

Summary

Argentina takes on Cape Verde in the World Cup 2026 last 32, with the match kicking off at 6 PM local time. Cape Verde, the smallest nation remaining in the tournament, enters the match as heavy underdogs with a 10% chance of winning, according to statistical analysis. The match is generating excitement as fans recall historical upsets in sports and is viewed in the context of Argentina being the defending champions. The outcome could have significant implications for both teams as they compete for progression in the World Cup.

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By the Numbers

•Kick-off at 6 PM local time
•Cape Verde has a 10% chance of winning
•Argentina is the defending world champion
•Historical upsets add context to the match
•Cape Verde is the smallest nation in this stage

Latest Updates

8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina vs Cape Verde, World Cup 2026: Live Match Thread
8:42 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Holders Argentina face debutants Cape Verde in Round of 32 clash
8:01 PMThe Guardian Sport — Argentina v Cape Verde: World Cup 2026 last 32 – live

What they're saying

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⚽️ Kick-off time: 6pm local/8am AEST/11pm BST ⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | World Cup draw | Mail Tom Hello! It’s fairytale time as Cape Verde, the smallest nation left in the World Cup, are playing the world champions, Argentina, led by the greatest player of the modern era. According to Opta’s Very Big And Clever Super Computer the Cape Verdeans have a 10% chance of winning tonight, which seems a little generous? Anyway, if they do win it would be a sporting shock along the lines of Japan beating South Africa at the (Rugby) World Cup, Leicester winning the Premier League, Buster Douglas knocking out Mike Tyson, the Miracle on Ice, Cameroon beating Argentina at the 1986 World Cup, Saudi Arabia beating Argentina at the 2022 World Cu... Hang on, I’m seeing a trend here. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Tom Lutz

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Holders Argentina clash with debutants Cape Verde with a Round of 16 spot at stake. Lionel Scaloni's side won all their group stage games, while Cape Verde recorded three draws.After a rotated side ag...
— Yahoo Sports