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Messi and Argentina discover the hard way is still a way through

Argentina's defending champions required extra time and a late comeback against Egypt. Lionel Messi inspired a remarkable recovery after trailing by two goals late. The team demonstrated a refusal to accept defeat, showing great determination. While vulnerabilities were exposed, this resilience could prove beneficial. Argentina now prepares for a demanding…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 QF: Argentina vs Switzerland Predictions

Argentina unbeaten in 7 meetings vs Switzerland and favored at -135 in this World Cup 2026 quarter-final prediction.

Sports Lens

World Cup 2026 team power rankings: England on the rise as last eight are set

We assess the teams who played in the tournament’s last 16 before the next round of games begins

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How a box-office World Cup descended into fury and farce to leave Fifa with a huge problem

WORLD CUP 2026: The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, Miguel Delaney writes, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions

The Independent UK

Egypt's Historic Run Ends in a Thirteen-Minute Argentine Storm Power by a Substitute

Trailing 2-0 late, Argentina scores three times in 13 minutes — including a sub's assist — to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarterfinals.

Latin Times

Argentina Player Ratings vs. Egypt: Messi Inspires Stunning Comeback to Survive Another Scare

The world champion produced a late show for the ages to seal a spot in the final eight.

Sports Illustrated

Tearful Messi inspires Argentina’s great escape in World Cup thriller with Egypt

Enzo Fernández scored a stoppage-time winner to put Argentina in the World Cup quarter-finals with a 3-2 win over Egypt, who led by two goals deep into the second half

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Argentina vs Egypt: Champions' Cabo Verde Match Scare Boosts Egypt's Hopes of a Famous 2026 World Cup Upset

Argentina's World Cup defence looks vulnerable after a tough win over Cabo Verde. Egypt, buoyed by a historic victory, aims for an upset in their last-16 clash.

International Business Times UK

Messi, Salah set for World Cup showdown as Argentina face Egypt in last-16 test

Argentina meets Egypt for a World Cup quarter-final spot. Lionel Messi aims to lead the Golden Boot race against rivals. Switzerland and Colombia also compete in another crucial knockout match. Spain and Belgium advanced to the last eight after their victories. Host nations are now eliminated from the ongoing tournament.

The Economic Times

Argentina vs. Egypt—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Argentina and Egypt were both forced to extra time during arduous round of 32 victories.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Egypt: World Cup Round of 16

The reigning champion was given an almighty scare by Cabo Verde in the round of 32.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina XI vs Egypt: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi suffered a head knock during thrilling extra-time win over Cape Verde

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Argentina vs. Egypt Predictions

Argentina vs. Egypt at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 7. Messi has seven goals already and Over 2.5 goals at +108 is the value play.

Sports Lens

‘Many Bad Things’—Lionel Messi Explains What Went Wrong for Argentina vs. Cabo Verde

There was some rare tactical insight from Argentina’s captain after an almighty World Cup scare.

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Cape Verde exit World Cup with heads held high: ‘We did our best and we did it with bravery’

Argentina will move on to last-16 tie against Egypt after a thrilling 3-2 victory against Cape Verde, but this was still a wonderful night for the tiny archipelago nation

Latin Times

Cape Verde Pushed Argentina to the Brink. Three Different Defenders Pulled the Champions Through.

Argentina survives Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time at the World Cup, escaping a near-historic upset before facing Egypt in the Round of 16.

The Economic Times

FIFA 2026: Messi's Argentina outlast Cape Verde in 120-minute epic to reach World Cup last 16

Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal, but Argentina faced a stern test from Cape Verde, needing extra-time to secure a 3-2 victory and advance to the last 16. Despite Messi's brilliance and an own goal sealing the win, the Blue Sharks' spirited performance, including two stunning equalizers, pushed…

France 24

Cape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina

Minnows Cape Verde hope to continue their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they face Argentina, and footballing legend Lionel Messi. The Atlantic archipelago became the smallest ever nation to reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup by earning unexpected draws with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.

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The Economic Times

After Cristiano Ronaldo’s knockout breakthrough, spotlight turns to Lionel Messi as Argentina face Cape Verde

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup knockout goal sets the stage for Lionel Messi. Argentina, heavily favored, faces an underdog Cape Verde side in the Round of 32. While Cape Verde aims for a historic upset, Argentina, boasting elite talent and World Cup pedigree, is focused on respecting their opponent. The football…

Sports Illustrated

Argentina vs. Cabo Verde—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Argentina’s World Cup defense continues in the round of 32 against the history-making debutant.

Evening Standard

Argentina XI vs Cape Verde: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World 2026 today

Lionel Messi out to further boost Golden Boot chances against surprise package in last 32

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Cabo Verde: World Cup Round of 32

Lionel Scaloni’s strongest team earned a rest in Argentina’s final group game.

Sports Illustrated

The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Group Stage

Lionel Messi recorded his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina’s 3–0 win over Algeria.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Player Ratings vs. Jordan: Messi Topples Staggering New World Cup Record

Messi put the cherry on top of another comfortable Argentina win.

The Guardian - AU

Lionel Messi steps off bench and makes a little more history in Argentina’s World Cup win over Jordan

From the moment he came on it felt like an occasion, another chance to distil the admiration for a legend of football

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