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Messi Extends Record in Argentina vs Cape Verde

Published July 3, 2026 · Updated July 4, 2026 · The Guardian

Lionel Messi will play his 30th World Cup match as Argentina take on Cape Verde, extending his record for most appearances by a male player. Lautaro Martinez joins the attack while Julian Alvarez is on the bench.

Lionel Messi will appear in his 30th World Cup match, extending the record for most appearances by a male player. He is joined in attack by Lautaro Martinez, while Julian Alvarez will be on the bench.

Cape Verde’s midfielder Telmo Arcanjo starts on the bench after a leg injury, and Sidny Lopes Cabral returns from suspension to start at left‑back. The match kicks off at 6pm local time (8am AEST, 11pm BST). umafrika.club

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