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Messi scores 20th Copa goal as Argentina faces Cape Verde

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Messi scores 20th Copa goal as Argentina faces Cape Verde

Summary

Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal during the match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami on July 3. The goal, which came after a hydration break in the first half, was assisted by Lisandro Martínez. This achievement marks Messi's seventh goal of the current World Cup edition, putting him ahead of Kylian Mbappé by two goals. Argentina is competing in the Round of 32 against Cape Verde, who are making their World Cup debut. As of now, the match continues.

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By the Numbers

•Messi scored in the 28th minute of the match.
•Cape Verde is playing their first-ever World Cup match.
•Argentina and Cape Verde are in the World Cup Round of 32.
•Messi has eight assists across 30 World Cup matches.
•The match remains in progress.

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The first half of Argentina versus Cape Verde in Miami had no excitement until the hydration break.Except Lionel Messi is on the pitch in a live-ball clash in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Making th...
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