Matches
Cabral's stunning strike levels extra-time for Cape Verde
Sidny Cabral scored a brilliant goal in extra time to draw Cape Verde level with Argentina for the second time in the match.
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Matches
Martinez restores Argentina's lead against Cape Verde
Lisandro Martinez scored to restore Argentina's lead over Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
Matches
Cape Verde's Duarte equalises to stun Argentina in World Cup
Deroy Duarte scored an equaliser for Cape Verde against Argentina in their World Cup round of 32 match in Miami, stunning the favourites.
Players
Messi scores in eighth straight World Cup match
Lionel Messi scored Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde in Miami, marking his eighth consecutive World Cup game with a goal. The finish was described as 'sensational.'
Matches
Cape Verde defender's mother says he will relish Messi duel
Judy Lopes says her son Roberto 'Pico' Lopes will embrace the challenge of facing Lionel Messi when Cape Verde meet Argentina in the World Cup last 32. The African side, the smallest nation to reach the knockout stages, face the defending champions in Miami on Friday.
Players
Giuliano Simeone's World Cup prophecy revealed
Giuliano Simeone shared messages from three years ago predicting his World Cup debut with Argentina, which came true in 2022.
Matches
Argentina, Austria, and Algeria Advance to Round of 32; Jordan
Argentina won their group and advanced to the Round of 32 alongside Austria and Algeria. Jordan have been eliminated from the tournament.
Players
Gio Lo Celso Named FIFA Man of the Match for Argentina vs Jordan
Giovani Lo Celso was officially awarded the FIFA Man of the Match for the Argentina vs Jordan match.
History
World Cup penalty shootout analysis: What the data reveals
With the 2026 World Cup adding a round of 32, penalty shootouts are expected to increase. Analysis of 320 spot-kicks since 1982 shows Argentina leads with six shootout wins, while Spain holds the record for most misses. Players going central score at a lower rate (61.6%) than those picking a side (over 71%).
Matches
World Cup group stage: Best team, moments, matches and players
BBC reporters pick their standout team, player, match and moment from the 2026 World Cup group stage, highlighting France's dominance and Lionel Messi's brilliance.
Matches
Messi scores off bench as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score and become the first player in World Cup history to find the net in seven consecutive matches, as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in their final Group J game.
Matches
Messi scores again, sets record with goal in seventh consecutive
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup, helping Argentina defeat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas. He became the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup games.
Players
Lo Celso scores free-kick on World Cup debut
Giovani Lo Celso scored a fantastic free-kick on his World Cup debut to give Argentina the lead against Jordan.
Players
Messi on Bench for Argentina vs Jordan, Expected Second-Half Entry
Lionel Messi arrived and started on the bench for Argentina's match against Jordan. He is expected to enter the game in the second half.
Matches
Messi to start Argentina's final group match on bench
Lionel Messi will begin Argentina's final World Cup group match against Jordan on the bench, manager Lionel Scaloni confirmed. The decision is tactical, not injury-related, with Messi expected to feature in the second half.
Matches
Cape Verde's historic World Cup run sets up Argentina clash
Cape Verde became the smallest nation to reach the World Cup knockout stage, finishing second in Group H. They will face defending champions Argentina in the last 32 after a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia and Spain's win over Uruguay confirmed their progress.
Players
Messi on 2030 World Cup: 'I'm not thinking about that'
Lionel Messi said he is not thinking about playing at the 2030 World Cup, calling it "a bit far off" and emphasizing he is focused on the present.
Players
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Lionel Messi's World Cup Career
Lionel Messi celebrates his 39th birthday while shining at another World Cup. This 10-question quiz tests your memory of the Argentina legend's World Cup journey. Challenge yourself and see how well you know one of football's greatest number 10s.
Players
Messi's Argentina career surpasses club feats after World Cup triumph
Lionel Messi's Argentina career has entered a new era of success since his 2021 departure from Barcelona, culminating in World Cup glory. His recent form has reignited the debate over the greatest player, with his international achievements arguably surpassing his club feats.
Players
Messi: 'We were only thinking about winning the game'
Lionel Messi said he and his team were focused solely on winning the match, not on any personal record.