Argentina vs Cape Verde Islands: World Cup Round of 32 Match Update

Match Context

Argentina face Cape Verde Islands at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, on 3 July 2026 in the World Cup Round of 32. Argentina arrive as group winners from Group J with 9 points and a +7 goal difference after three straight wins (8 goals scored, 1 conceded). Cape Verde Islands progressed from Group H in second place, drawing all three matches with a neutral goal difference (2 scored, 2 conceded).

Argentina & Cape Verde Islands Availability

There are currently no confirmed injuries or suspensions reported for either Argentina or Cape Verde Islands, and no players are listed as questionable. All registered squad members from both teams are expected to be available for selection, including key starters across all lines.

With no absentees flagged, Argentina can call upon their full attacking arsenal. Lionel Messi, who has 6 goals in 3 appearances and is among the competition’s top scorers, is available. Cape Verde Islands also appear at full strength, with all goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and attackers listed as options.

Impact Summary

With complete squads on both sides, neither team suffers a loss of attacking output on paper. Argentina’s free-scoring form, led by Messi’s 6-goal haul, contrasts with Cape Verde Islands’ more conservative return of 2 goals in 3 matches, but both coaches can rely on their full attacking and defensive resources for this knockout tie.