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Argentina vs Cape Verde Predictions: Messi to end Blue Sharks’ journey

Our soccer expert offers his Argentina vs Cabo Verde predictions, ahead of Friday’s World Cup clash, at 6:00pm ET (7/3).

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While Argentina enters the match as heavy favorites with an unblemished group stage run, tournament debutants Cabo Verde are counting on their defensive resilience, having already frustrated the likes of Spain and Uruguay.

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Explained: Why Ronaldo gets more criticism than Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo retains the ability to make “people shut their mouth”, Louis Saha has told GOAL, with a former Manchester United team-mate of CR7 explaining why the Portuguese superstar attracts more criticism than fellow GOAT Lionel Messi. Both men are currently on 2026 World Cup duty, with more questions being put to an evergreen European frontman than his eternal South American rival is facing.

Scaloni addresses Messi reliance ahead of Cape Verde tie

Lionel Scaloni has defended Argentina's attacking variety ahead of their World Cup knockout opener against tournament surprise package Cape Verde in Miami. The manager insists he remains completely unconcerned by his talismanic captain's heavy goalscoring burden, despite the veteran forward netting six goals during the group stage.

Fernandez 'looking for a way out of Chelsea'

Enzo Fernandez's representative, Javier Pastore, has admitted the Chelsea midfielder's camp is exploring a move away from Stamford Bridge. While no deal is in place, the Argentine also addressed the player's links with Real Madrid and insisted the player remains fully focused on the 2026 World Cup.