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Cape Verde's magical World Cup run continues after draw with Saudi Arabia. Next up? Lionel Messi and Argentina

Cape Verde's historic run concluded on Friday with a 3-2 loss to Argentina. The Blue Sharks pushed the defending champions to extra time before being eliminated. This marks the end of the tournament for the smallest nation to ever reach the knockout stage.

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Cape Verde played their Round of 32 match against Argentina and were defeated.

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  1. Cape Verde's World Cup Debut Ends in Round of 32 Loss to Argentina

    Cape Verde's historic run concluded on Friday with a 3-2 loss to Argentina. The Blue Sharks pushed the defending champions to extra time before being eliminated. This marks the end of the tournament for the smallest nation to ever reach the knockout stage.

    What's confirmed:

    • Cape Verde is the smallest nation to reach the World Cup knockout stage.
    • Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 on Friday to advance to the Round of 16.
    • Cape Verde reached the Round of 32 after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia.
    • The match between Argentina and Cape Verde went into extra time.
    • Cape Verde made their debut appearance in the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Sidny Lopes Cabral scored a stunning strike during the match against Argentina.
    • The match against Argentina is considered a World Cup classic.
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