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Cape Verde Stuns Argentina, Forces Extra Time!

4 Jul

Summary

Cape Verde matched Argentina after Messi's opening goal.
Deroy Duarte scored the equalizer for Cape Verde.
Lionel Messi set a new World Cup appearance record.

Cape Verde's unprecedented World Cup journey continued as they forced extra time against a heavily favored Argentina in their last 32 match. The tie, which ended 1-1 after regulation, saw Lionel Messi score his 20th World Cup goal.

Despite Messi's opener, Cape Verde, spurred by their supporters, found an equalizer through Deroy Duarte, much to the shock of the majority Argentine crowd. This crucial goal sent the match into a further 30 minutes of play.

The match was significant for Lionel Messi, who set a new World Cup record by making his 30th appearance. It was also a milestone for Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, marking his 100th game in charge. The lineups featured key players like Lautaro Martinez for Argentina and the return of Sidny Lopes Cabral for Cape Verde.

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