When fans worldwide switched their devices on, many would have anticipated Lionel Messi's magic to outclass a valiant Cabo Verde, resulting in a rather easy win. But Cabo Verde and their goalie Vozinha almost spoiled the party of a billion hearts beating for Messi,

Lionel Messi etched his name in history, becoming the first player to score in eight consecutive FIFA World Cup matches during Argentina's thrilling 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde. His 20th World Cup goal,

Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.

Lionel Messi takes centre stage once again when reigning champions Argentina face African underdogs Cape Verde in their World Cup Round of 32 clash in Miami. The victor will face Egypt in the Round of 16 next week after Mohamed Salah’s men defeated Australia in Arlington.

Argentina were taken into extra time by Cape Verde but eventually prevailed 3-2, with Lionel Messi on the scoresheet, in the round of 32 in Miami on Friday.

Argentina and Cape Verde headed to extra time at the World Cup with their Round of 32 match even at 1-1 on Friday. Lionel Messi put the reigning champion ahead with his record-extending 20th career World Cup goal in the 29th minute.