NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainJuly 3, 2026Miami-Dade
Argentina Advances to World Cup Round of 16 After Win Over Cape Verde
Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in a World Cup match held in Miami Gardens, securing their spot in the round of 16. The match was decided in extra time following a goal by Cuti Romero.
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This match result determines the tournament bracket for the upcoming round of 16, where Argentina will face Egypt on July 7 in Atlanta.
Key Facts
- Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in the World Cup round of 32.
- The winning goal was an own goal by Borges following a header by Cuti Romero in extra time.
- Lionel Messi and Lisandro Martínez scored the other goals for Argentina.
- Deroy Duarte scored for Cape Verde at the 59th minute.
- Lopes Cabral scored for Cape Verde from a distance of 23 meters in extra time.
- Argentina will play against Egypt in the round of 16 on July 7 in Atlanta.
- Egypt qualified for the round of 16 after defeating Australia in a penalty shootout.
Who's Mentioned
other23“Distance in meters of Lopes Cabral's goal.”personCuti Romero“Argentina defender who scored the winning goal.”locationEstadio de Miami“Venue where the match took place.”otherArgentina“National soccer team and defending world champion.”otherCabo Verde“National soccer team and tournament debutant.”personDeroy Duarte“Cape Verde player who scored at the 59th minute.”personLionel Messi“Captain of the Argentina national team.”other59“Minute of the match when Deroy Duarte scored.”personLopes Cabral“Cape Verde player who scored from 23 meters.”personLisandro Martínez“Argentina defender who scored a goal.”