Lionel Scaloni warns Argentina about Cape Verde's capability
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:18 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has expressed caution regarding the threat from Cape Verde in their World Cup last 32 match scheduled for July 3 in Miami. Scaloni noted that Cape Verde's progression to this stage is "no accident," highlighting their resilience after drawing all three of their group matches, including one against Spain. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi's six goals, cruised through the group stage and aims to advance further in the tournament. Scaloni emphasized the need to respect Cape Verde while also looking ahead to potential matchups against Australia or Egypt in the next round. As Argentina approaches this match, they are aware of their dependency on Messi for scoring, which he acknowledged during the press briefing.
- •Argentina faces Cape Verde on July 3 in Miami.
- •Lionel Scaloni warns against underestimating Cape Verde.
- •Messi scored six goals in group stage matches.
- •Cape Verde advanced by drawing all three group games.
- •Potential next opponents include Australia or Egypt.
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde leave mark on Scaloni as Argentina survive World Cup shock
- 9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Scaloni warns Argentina that Cape Verde success 'no accident'
"Cape Verde's stunning progress to the World Cup knockout stages is "no accident" said Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni as he warned his side about the threat posed by the Blue Sharks in their last 32 tie.Messi's stunning performances at the age of 39 have lit up the World Cup so far.
"Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said a dramatic 3-2 win over Cape Verde after extra-time to reach the last 16 of the World Cup had left a bruising impact on the defending champions.Lionel Messi's 20th World Cup goal and seventh of this tournament gave Argentina the perfect start.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 3:31 AMCape Verde leave mark on Scaloni as Argentina survive World Cup shock
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said a dramatic 3-2 win over Cape Verde after extra-time to reach the last 16 of the World Cup had left a bruising impact on the defending champions.Lionel Messi's 20th World Cup goal and seventh of this tournament gave Argentina the perfect start.
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 9:18 PMScaloni warns Argentina that Cape Verde success 'no accident'
Cape Verde's stunning progress to the World Cup knockout stages is "no accident" said Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni as he warned his side about the threat posed by the Blue Sharks in their last 32 tie.Messi's stunning performances at the age of 39 have lit up the World Cup so far.
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