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Argentina vs. Cape Verde Islands: 2026 World Cup Round of 16 Match Coverage
via SeneNews1 min read
SeneNews will provide live coverage of the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match between Argentina and Cape Verde Islands. The game is scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, with kickoff at 22:00 Dakar time at Hard Rock Stadium. Live updates will include the score, goals, substitutions, cards, and highlights. Stay tuned for team compositions, statistics, and post-match reactions.
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