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How Argentina came back from the dead against Egypt to win all-time World Cup classic

A quarter-final tie against either Switzerland or Colombia was the prize for the winners of the Argentina v Egypt Round of 16 game, and pre-match hype centred, unsurprisingly, around Lionel Messi and Mo Salah.

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Donovan Mitchell and Cavs agree on $273 million max extension with LeBron watching

Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a maximum four-year NBA contract extension worth $273 million with the Cleveland Cavaliers, his agent said Tuesday, a move that could help bring back LeBron James.

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Argentina mount astonishing late comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach quarter-finals

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina back from the brink against Egypt, notching a late goal and assist as his side fought from two goals down to win 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup (WC).

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World Cup LIVE: Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties, Argentina win classic

The Round of 16 concludes this evening. Holders Argentina headlined the early kick-off by beating Egypt after a sensational comeback, after which Switzerland and Colombia capped off the round in a match almost impossible to call. Follow all the action live with Flashscore as a fascinating day at the World Cup unfolds.

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Why Mo Salah and Egypt could find it difficult to topple Lionel Messi's Argentina

Much of the focus of the Argentina v Egypt World Cup Round of 16 clash is likely to be centred on how influential Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah will be for their respective countries.

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How Lisandro Martinez has become essential for Lionel Scaloni's Argentina

After considering retirement, the Manchester United center-back arrived at the World Cup with the right enthusiasm. That enthusiasm allowed him to surpass Otamendi in the pecking order and play a decisive role in the win over Cape Verde.

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Egypt coach makes Palestine appeal to keep political spotlight back on World Cup

Political tensions surrounding the World Cup deepened on Monday when Egypt coach Hossam ⁠Hassan used an official FIFA press conference to appeal for support for Palestinians ahead of his side's last-16 meeting with Argentina.

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River Plate reportedly agree deal to sign Thiago Almada from Atletico Madrid

Argentina forward Thiago Almada ⁠will leave Atletico Madrid to join River Plate, a ‌source at the Argentine club told ‌Reuters on Monday.

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Argentina wary of another tough challenge from Egypt in last 16

Argentina expect another tough challenge in their last-16 ⁠clash with Egypt after needing extra time to beat Cape Verde 3-2, ‌with players warning there are no easy matches ‌left in the World Cup.

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From Salah to Vozinha: These World Cup stars are available on a free transfer

July 1st has passed, meaning players who had expiring contracts are now free to go wherever they want. That's also the case for some World Cup heroes, some of whom are even still active at the tournament. Flashscore shows you which players active at the FIFA World Cup are free agents.

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World Cup highlights: Cape Verde lose thriller to Argentina as Egypt earn landmark win

Reigning world champions Argentina held off a determined Cape Verde to seal their place in the last 16, while Colombia and Egypt battled through tight games against Ghana and Australia, respectively, on what was another thrilling day at the 2026 World Cup.

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Cape Verde's Bubista praises team after going toe-to-toe with reigning champs

Cape Verde coach Bubista felt huge pride in his team after they ⁠took three-time world champions Argentina to the wire before losing a thrilling last-32 clash at the World Cup on Friday.

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Argentina's Scaloni calls out 'easy draw' comments following Cape Verde nail-biter

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said the breathless 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde in ⁠the World Cup last-32 was a reminder that no knockout match is easy, after the holders were twice pegged back by the ‌tiny African nation before scraping through.

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Argentina end Cape Verde's remarkable run in extra time thriller

Argentina were taken all the way to ET for a record-extending 12th time at the FIFA World Cup (WC) before eventually beating Cape Verde 3-2 in the round of 32 in Florida.

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LeBron James' agent says he has 10 potential destinations for NBA superstar

Rich Paul, the agent for NBA superstar LeBron James, said Monday his 41-year-old client has 10 realistic destinations next season after saying he will leave the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Egypt send Australia down under on penalties to reach first round of 16 in 92 years

Egypt won a FIFA World Cup knockout match for the very first time, beating Australia 4-2 on penalties in Dallas to reach the Round of 16 where they'll face either defending champions Argentina or Cape Verde.

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EXCLUSIVE: Koln and Schalke in advanced talks with Ghana defender Gideon Mensah

Free-agent Ghana left-back Gideon Mensah has become one of the summer window’s most sought-after defenders after his standout showings at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both Bundesliga sides ahead of earlier interest from Turkey and Benfica.

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World Cup LIVE: Colombia move past Ghana after Argentina survive Cape Verde test

It is the final day of the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup and at last, it is Lionel Messi's opportunity to shine once more but can the story of the tournament Cape Verde pull off the unthinkable and ruin Messi's farewell parade? All will be revealed during Flashscore's live coverage of day 23!

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What to expect as reigning world champions Argentina take on surprise package Cape Verde

In what must surely be one of the biggest-ever 'David v Goliath' clashes seen at a World Cup, reigning champions Argentina take on African minnows Cape Verde.

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The smooth road Argentina have been handed to the World Cup semi-finals

After failing to secure first place in their group, Portugal were sent to the opposite half of the draw as Argentina and Lionel Messi. As a result, a highway has opened up for the world champions toward a fourth title.

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Lionel Scaloni insists Argentina won't take Cape Verde lightly in Round of 32 meeting

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni struck a measured and respectful tone on Thursday ahead of his side's ⁠World Cup last-32 clash against Cape Verde, rejecting suggestions that the tournament debutants would be easy opponents for the reigning champions.

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Portugal and Argentina still relying on Ronaldo and Messi - but to what effect?

The 2026 World Cup could go down in history as the last for Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. At 41 and 39 years old, respectively, the two biggest figures of the last generation continue to be the focal point of their national teams' play, albeit in very different ways.

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Old wounds opened up for Senegal as Tielemans inspires Belgium in wild comeback

Argentina, Wales, France, Italy, grouped, France again, but not Senegal.

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Messi, Mbappe, Haaland, Kane: A World Cup Golden Boot race to remember

The race for the Golden Boot is gathering pace after Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all found the net to fire England, France and Norway into the last 16, while Argentina captain Lionel Messi is once again in contention to finish as the tournament's leading scorer in a thrilling race to the final.