Lionel Messi created some new World Cup history by scoring in Argentina’s nerve-wracking win over Cape Verde. The footballing icon beat goalkeeper Vozinha to give his nation the lead in the

Lionel Messi scored his seventh World Cup goal to help Argentina beat Cape Verde

It's Lionel Messi and Argentina vs Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Follow for live updates, highlights and analysis from Miami.

In addition to that, Messi becomes the first-ever player in World Cup history to have 20 goals to his name, further expanding his lead over Kylian Mbappe. But it’ll go to waste if Cape Verde continues pushing the three-time World Cup champions to the brink and cause arguably the biggest upset of the tournament.

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi wiped the sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. His Argentina teammates did the same. A thrilling, unforgettable World Cup match with underdog Cape Verde was over — and the defending champions survived after being pushed to the brink.

Cape Verde looks to pull off the greatest upset in history against Messi and Argentina. Follow along live