27/06/2026 22:34 - Deportes
The Argentine National Team met expectations in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, qualifying as first in Group J with 6 points and a +5 goal difference. The team led by Lionel Scaloni showed solidity and now prepares for the next challenge: the Round of 32 against Cape Verde.
The match is scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Argentine time) at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. This will be the first official encounter between Argentina and Cape Verde in World Cup history.
| Team | Points | GD | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 6 | +5 | 1st Group J |
| Cape Verde | 3 | 0 | 2nd Group H |
Cape Verde achieved a historic qualification in their first World Cup appearance, earning 3 points with 3 draws and a zero goal difference. A 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia allowed them to advance as second in Group H, behind Spain.
Note: Cape Verde is an island nation off the coast of West Africa, with approximately 600,000 inhabitants. Their national team, known as "Blue Sharks," has been a rising force in African football.
If Argentina advances past the Round of 32, they would face in the Round of 16 the winner of the match between Australia and Egypt, scheduled for July 7 in Atlanta.
The bracket includes potential clashes with European powerhouses like England or the Netherlands in the quarter-finals, and a hypothetical matchup against Brazil or France in the semi-finals.
Before the Round of 32, Argentina will play their final Group J match on Saturday, June 27 at 11:00 PM against Jordan at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Scaloni's team is already qualified and their opponent is already eliminated, so rotations are expected.
Up to 7 players could make their debut in this World Cup: Rulli, Nahuel Molina, Foyth, Lo Celso, Correa, Álvarez, and Dybala. Cuti Romero will also be rested after receiving a knock to his knee.
Jordan is playing their first World Cup in history. The country of 11 million inhabitants, located in the Middle East, reached this stage after a historic campaign in the 2023 Asian Cup, where they reached the semi-finals.
Their national team, known as "Al-Nashama" (The Brave), faces their final tournament match with zero points and the hope of at least scoring their first World Cup goal.
06/27 - 11:00 PM
Argentina vs Jordan
Dallas (Group J)
07/03 - 7:00 PM
Argentina vs Cape Verde
Miami (Round of 32)
Matches are broadcast on:
DGO, Disney+, Telefe, TV Pública and TyC Sports
International viewers should check local listings for official broadcasters in their region.
18 goals (all-time top scorer)
26 matches played
1 World Cup title (Qatar 2022)
Argentina, by qualifying first in their group, was placed in a bracket that theoretically favors their path to the decisive stages. Possible scenarios:
The 2026 World Cup is the first with 48 participating teams. Teams advancing to the next phase include the first and second from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams. This means a more extensive knockout phase, with an additional Round of 32.
About the host countries: The 2026 World Cup is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches are played across 16 cities in these three countries, with the final scheduled at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey (referred to as New York in official communications).
Sources: Data regarding Argentina's qualification, Cape Verde's standings, and tournament format were verified with official World Cup 2026 information.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
