Argentina Edge Cape Verde 3-2 to Reach Round of 16

Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in a thrilling extra‑time match, with Lionel Messi scoring his record‑extending 20th World Cup goal. The decisive goal came in the 111th minute when Cristian Romero’s header deflected into the net as an own‑goal, sealing the win and a spot in the Round of 16.

Cape Verde’s debut in the tournament was a stunning run, becoming the smallest nation to reach the knockout stage after surprising draws against Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia. Argentina will now face Egypt in Atlanta on Tuesday. h-doctor.club