Defending champions face resilient debutants in Miami knockout
World Cup holders Argentina look to extend their ten-match winning streak as they meet tournament debutants Cape Verde in this historic Round of 32 clash.
Argentina enter the knockout stages as one of only three teams to maintain a perfect record in the group stage, most recently dispatching Jordan 3-1. Lionel Scaloni has cultivated a ruthless winning culture, with the Albiceleste currently on a 10-match winning streak across major tournaments. They are aiming to become the first reigning champions since 2006 to navigate the initial knockout hurdle successfully.
Cape Verde have already achieved heroics by becoming the first nation since Slovakia in 2010 to reach the knockouts in their debut World Cup appearance. Bubista’s side proved their resilience by going unbeaten in a group featuring two former winners, securing goalless draws against Spain and Saudi Arabia alongside a thrilling 2-2 draw with Uruguay. Though they are the clear underdogs, they remain in the hunt for a historic upset.
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