Cape Verde challenges Argentina in World Cup match before elimination
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 11:19 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
In the ongoing World Cup match, Cape Verde is facing defending champions Argentina. The game has seen Cape Verde nearly take the contest to penalties, showcasing a remarkable effort from the 64th-ranked team against the legendary Leo Messi and Argentina. This match reflects significant moments from the tournament, where smaller nations have made notable impacts such as Paraguay defeating Germany and Congo DR reaching knockout rounds. The expansion of the tournament to 48 teams has enabled more competitive diversity among participating nations.
- •Cape Verde has a population of 590,000 and is ranked 64th in the world.
- •The match is taking place as part of the FIFA World Cup.
- •Cape Verde nearly forced penalties against Argentina, showcasing a competitive spirit.
- •Other underdog successes include Paraguay beating Germany and Congo DR challenging Portugal.
- •FIFA's expansion from 32 to 48 teams has led to increased competitiveness.
- 11:19 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Cape Verde's triumphant, near-miraculous run shows expansion was the right move
"The sight of a tiny nation from an underrepresented corner of the world stepping up and shining in the spotlight is something that never gets old.
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