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4 Jul 2026
Argentina survived a major scare by beating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time, avoiding what would have been one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history. The defending champions were pushed deep into discomfort by a fearless opponent that refused to fade. The result keeps Argentina’s title defence alive, but it also leaves questions about control, defending and game management. Winning under pressure matters in knockout football, yet the performance showed there is still plenty to correct.
Source: Sky Sports
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