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Cape Verde’s Heartbreaking World Cup Run | Greenville News
Argentina edged out Cape Verde 3-2 in a heart-pounding World Cup thriller, with a dramatic 111th-minute own-goal sealing the win. Cape Verde, a tiny nation of just 525,000 people, stunned the world by reaching the knockout stage, tying Spain and Uruguay along the way. Their 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha made 10 incredible saves, including five on Lionel Messi. Despite the loss, Cape Verde’s fearless spirit and identity earned global admiration. Messi added his 20th World Cup goal, while Lisandro Martinez struck in the 92nd minute. Argentina advances to face Egypt — but Cape Verde’s…
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