Soccer-Jubilant Cape Verde set date with Argentina in World Cup round of 32
World Cup debutants Cape Verde have reached the round of 32 after a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. The team will now face defending champions Argentina in the next stage of the tournament.
Why it matters
Cape Verde has made history as the smallest nation to ever reach the World Cup knockout stages, marking a significant underdog story.
HOUSTON, June 26 (Reuters) - Debutants Cape Verde prolonged their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they secured a place in the World Cup round of 32 following a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia to set up an unexpected clash with defending champions Argentina in Miami.
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