Argentina's next World Cup match: when they play vs. Cabo Verde for the 2026 World Cup

Reigning world champions Argentina are setting their sights on their next challenge in the 2026 World Cup: Cabo Verde in the Round of 16. Following their final group stage match against Jordan on Saturday, the Albiceleste are preparing to defend their title.

The highly anticipated Round of 16 clash is scheduled for Friday, July 3rd, at 7 PM Argentinian time. The venue will be the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, USA. Fans can catch the action live on various Argentinian television channels, including Telefé, TyC Sports, TV Pública, and DSports, as well as streaming platforms Disney+ Premium and Paramount+, all requiring active subscriptions.

Lionel Scaloni's squad enters the knockout stage with confidence, having secured a perfect record in Group J with victories over Algeria (3-0), Austria (2-0), and Jordan (3-1). The team's strong performance and the continued brilliance of 39-year-old Lionel Messi, who remains a key figure, fuel optimism among supporters. Argentina is widely expected to advance comfortably against their upcoming opponent.

Cabo Verde, one of the four debutants in this World Cup, has already made history by reaching the knockout stage. They emerged from Group H, a formidable section that also included Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia. Notably, Cabo Verde is the only team in the Round of 16 that did not win a single match in the group stage, drawing all their games. Despite this, their progression marks them as a surprise revelation of the tournament.