Cape Verde Coach Sends Clear Message to Lionel Messi Before Argentina Match
Summary
Cape Verde, the smallest country to reach the World Cup knockout stage, will face Argentina in the Round of 32. Cape Verde’s coach said they have a strategy to play against Argentina’s whole team, not just Lionel Messi, who is one of the best players in the world.Key Facts
- Cape Verde is the smallest nation to ever reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup.
- They remained unbeaten in the group stage with draws against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
- Cape Verde is ranked 67th in FIFA’s world rankings.
- They will play Argentina, the current world champions, in the Round of 32.
- Lionel Messi has scored six goals in the group stage and set records for most World Cup goals (19) and appearances (29).
- Argentina has conceded only one goal in the group stage and is a heavy favorite.
- Cape Verde’s coach emphasized focusing on the whole Argentine team, not just Messi.
- The match will be played on July 1 at 6:00 p.m. ET in Miami, with the winner advancing to play Australia or Egypt.
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