Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time
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Argentina narrowly defeated Cape Verde three to two in extra time, with Lionel Messi scoring his record-extending twentieth World Cup goal. The match featured two equalizers from Cape Verde, including a stunning strike from Sidny Lopes Cabral, but an own goal by Diney Borges in the 111th minute ultimately secured Argentina's advancement to the Round of 16. Messi praised Cape Verde's performance, stating, "We did good things, and we have to correct the bad things." In other matches, Egypt triumphed over Australia in a penalty shootout after a one-one draw, marking Egypt's first knockout round victory in World Cup history. Jhon Arias scored the only goal for Colombia in their one-nil win against Ghana, allowing them to advance to the Round of 16 where they will face Switzerland. As the Round of 16 begins, Canada is set to play Morocco, and France will take on Paraguay later today. France's Aurélien Tchouaméni has been ruled out of the match against Paraguay due to a thigh injury.
WHO:
Argentina
Cape Verde
Lionel Messi
Sidny Lopes Cabral
Diney Borges
Egypt
Australia
Jhon Arias
Colombia
Ghana
Canada
Morocco
France
Paraguay
Aurélien Tchouaméni
WHAT:
Argentina defeated Cape Verde three to two in extra time.
Lionel Messi scored his record-extending twentieth World Cup goal.
Cape Verde had two equalizers, including a goal from Sidny Lopes Cabral.
An own goal by Diney Borges in the 111th minute secured Argentina's advancement.
Egypt won against Australia in a penalty shootout after a one-one draw.
Jhon Arias scored the only goal for Colombia in their one-nil win against Ghana.
Colombia advanced to the Round of 16 to face Switzerland.
Canada is set to play Morocco.
France will take on Paraguay.
WHERE:
Round of 16
WHEN:
Match occurred during the World Cup
WHY:
Argentina advanced to the Round of 16.
HOW:
Argentina won through an own goal by Diney Borges.