Cape Verde extend World Cup fairytale to set up Argentina meeting

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Cape Verde, debutants at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, have advanced to the knockout rounds after a draw with Saudi Arabia. They are set to face reigning champions Argentina, continuing their surprising tournament run.

World Cup debutants Cape Verde will face reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey.Spain, held 0-0 by Cape Verde in the first round of games, finished with seven points, with the debutants on three and Uruguay and Saudi Arabia both on the way home on two.