Messi suffers forehead bump in Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verde
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Lionel Messi left the match against Cape Verde on July 3 with a significant bump on his forehead after colliding with an opponent's knee. The injury, deemed not serious, occurred during a thrilling contest that ended 3-2 in favor of Argentina following extra time. Messi contributed by scoring his seventh goal of the tournament, increasing his World Cup tally to 20. The victory was secured by an own goal from Diney Borges in the 111th minute. Argentina will face Switzerland in the knockout stage next Tuesday.
- •Match finished 3-2 after extra time following a 1-1 draw.
- •Messi scored his seventh goal of the tournament.
- •Argentina will play Switzerland next on Tuesday.
- •Borges' own goal clinched the win in the 111th minute.
- •Messi used an ice pack but completed the match.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Messi left with huge bump on forehead after dramatic Cape Verde win
"Argetina superstar Lionel Messi left the thrilling match against Cape Verde on Friday with an unpleasent souvenir: a huge bump on his forehead. The injury, which doesn't look serious, was caused by a collision with the opponent's knee after a tackle.
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