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Lionel Messi to lead Argentina against Cape Verde in World Cup Round of 32

Three World Cup matches are scheduled for Friday, and many eyes will be on Lionel Messi and Argentina facing Cape Verde in the Round of 32 knockout stage. Chris Branch, a senior writer for The Athletic, joins CBS News to discuss.

Published July 3, 2026, 9:35 PM
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Lionel Messi to lead Argentina against Cape Verde in World Cup Round of 32

Three World Cup matches are scheduled for Friday, and many eyes will be on Lionel Messi and Argentina facing Cape Verde in the Round of 32 knockout stage. Chris Branch, a senior writer for The Athletic, joins CBS News to discuss.

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