Lionel Messi scores again for Argentina in World Cup match against Cape Verde
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:37 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Lionel Messi scored his seventh goal of the tournament for Argentina in a World Cup match against Cape Verde held in Miami. Argentina took a lead with a dramatic goal, eventually securing a 3-2 victory. Fans celebrated Messi's continued success, with many in the stadium showing their support through flags and chants. The win ensures Argentina advances to the next round, while Messi's record continues to grow, now totaling 20 career World Cup goals.
- •Messi scores his 20th World Cup goal in the match.
- •Argentina leads Cape Verde 3-2 in Miami.
- •The win allows Argentina to advance in the tournament.
- •Messi's goal tally grows to seven for this World Cup.
- •Fans in Miami show immense support for Messi and the team.
- 5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
- 5:37 AMBBC Sport — Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
"Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.
"Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 5:37 AMMurals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.
- BBC SportJul 4, 2026, 5:37 AMMurals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.
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