FIFA World Cup 2026 | Cape Verde Qualify Round of 32 to Face Reigning Champions Argentina, Messi
Cape Verde players have reacted with joy and disbelief after the island nation made history as the smallest country ever to reach the FIFA World Cup knockout stage — and received the ultimate reward for their remarkable campaign: a date with reigning champions Argentina and Lionel Messi on July 3 in Miami. The West African island nation completed their fairytale group stage run with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia on Friday. #
