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SportsPublished: 4 July 2026 at 15:37

Cape Verde miss out on greatest upset, lose to Argentina in extra time

World Cup debutants Cape Verde held Argentina to a draw in regulation but conceded in extra time, falling just short of a historic upset.

Foto: France 24

World Cup debutants Cape Verde nearly pulled off the upset of the century by forcing reigning champions Argentina into extra time. Unfortunately for the Blue Sharks, they conceded in extra time and lost. Argentina will face Egypt in the round of 16.

In another match, Australia's Socceroos and Egypt's Pharaohs went all the way to a penalty shootout, where Egypt proved extremely efficient, scoring every single spot kick.

An early Colombia goal proved insurmountable for Ghana; the Black Stars will head home without a single shot on target in that knockout game.

France gears up for their game against Panama, while Canada face Morocco in the first round of 16 fixture.

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