Messi Eyes Second World Cup Title as Argentina Advances Through Knockout Rounds

Argentina defeated Cabo Verde 3-2 in extra time on 3 July, advancing past the Round of 32 at Miami Stadium. Messi, 38, scored during the match, extending his all-time World Cup scoring record. With the knockout bracket narrowing, observers will scrutinize each Argentina performance against whether Messi can win a second world title—widely understood to be his final tournament.