Lionel Messi reached another historic milestone by scoring his 20th FIFA World Cup goal as defending champions Argentina survived a spirited Cape Verde fightback to claim a dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory and book their place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup.The match, held in Miami, saw Cape Verde push Argentina to the brink with a remarkable display, forcing a penalty shootout.However, a heartbreaking 111th-minute own goal by Diney Borges sealed Argentina's win.Messi's composed first-half finish, his seventh goal in four matches at the tournament, solidified his bid for the Golden Boot.Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut, showcased resilience by holding Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia to draws in Group H.Their valiant effort earned global admiration, though they fell short of an historic upset.Argentina will face Egypt in Atlanta next, continuing their quest for a record-extending World Cup title.