​Lionel Messi live stats today: updated World Cup goals and highlights from Argentina vs. Cape Verde originate from The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a preferred source by clicking here. Messi has been everything Argentina could have hoped for to begin the 2026 World Cup, but the stakes are higher now as the knockout stage arrives. Argentina faces Cape Verde in Miami on Friday evening, a familiar venue for Messi who has been with MLS’s Inter Miami since 2023. With the strong environment and his World Cup form, expectations are high for another standout performance. At 39 years old, he has already tallied six goals as Argentina went 3-0 in the group stage and emerged as one of the favorites. What will Messi bring in the Round of 32?
The Sporting News is tracking Lionel Messi’s performance in the Argentina vs. Cape Verde Round of 32 clash at the 2026 World Cup. Follow along for the star’s stats, highlights, and more below.
2026 World Cup HQ: Latest World Cup news | Full World Cup schedule | Buy World Cup tickets Argentina vs. Cape Verde score Lionel Messi stats today This section will be updated during Friday’s match. Minutes: Goals: Assists: Shots: Shots on target: Passes: Pass completion: Touches: Dribble completion. Lionel Messi live highlights and updates from Argentina vs. Cape Verde at the World Cup All times ET. This section will be updated closer to kick-off.
How to watch Messi’s World Cup games TV channel: Fox Live stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website Friday’s Argentina vs. Cape Verde match will be broadcast nationally on Fox in the United States with streaming options on its platforms. The best option is fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. Sign up for a free trial to stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable (Taxes and fees may apply).
Argentina World Cup 2026 schedule, results Now in the knockout round, Argentina would face the winner of Australia vs. Egypt in the Round of 16 if they win Friday. Here’s a snapshot of Argentina’s performances so far: Date Match Time (ET) Stadium Tuesday, June 16 Argentina 3, Algeria 9:00 p.m. Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City Monday, June 22 Argentina 2, Austria 1:00 p.m. AT&T Stadium, Dallas Saturday, June 27 Argentina 3, Jordan 9:00 p.m. AT&T Stadium, Dallas.