Zlatan Ibrahimovic Gets Emotional Over Cape Verde's World Cup Exit vs Argentina
Summary
Cape Verde, a small island country, nearly defeated Argentina in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup but lost 3-2 in extra time. Soccer star Zlatan Ibrahimovic praised Cape Verde’s historic performance and said their effort will be remembered for a long time.Key Facts
- Cape Verde competed in the 2026 World Cup and reached the Round of 32.
- They lost to Argentina 3-2 in extra time after a very close match.
- Cape Verde is the smallest and second-least populated country to play in the World Cup.
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic, now a soccer analyst, called Cape Verde’s team heroes and praised their performance.
- Lionel Messi scored first for Argentina, but Cape Verde tied the game twice during regular and extra time.
- The winning goal was an own goal scored by Cape Verde’s Disney Borges in the 111th minute.
- Cape Verde advanced from Group H, which included Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
- Argentina will face Egypt in the Round of 16 on July 7 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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