Two teams writing two very different fairy tales meet in Miami as Argentina take on Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 – and you can stream the match live around the world for free.
Argentina were one of three teams to emerge from the group stage with a 100% record, thanks in large part to talisman Lionel Messi. The striker scored six goals in the holders’ three matches and became the first man to find the net in seven consecutive World Cup matches. The 39-year-old will be keen to add to that tally in the city he plays for club. The crowd will be predominantly pro-Argentina (or just pro-Messi) as the Albiceleste skipper continues his bid to keep the trophy at home.
Cape Verde were the feel-good story of the tournament, drawing all three Group H matches to become the smallest nation to reach the round of 16 at a World Cup. The Blue Sharks, led by goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, secured their place in the last 16 with their second 0-0 draw in three matches, against Saudi Arabia, and have already held European champions Spain to a stalemate. A victory for this nation of just 530,000 inhabitants would be the biggest shock ever seen in the World Cup.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free from anywhere during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free
Argentina vs Cape Verde is available for free in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde in the United States
American viewers can watch Argentina vs Cape Verde on Fox And Teleworld (Spanish communication).
You can watch every World Cup match on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, available on cord cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (certain markets), Fubo Or DirectTV.
Those looking for a streaming service can instead watch Argentina vs Cape Verde on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock Also.
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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde in the UK
UK customers are lucky because they can stream Argentina vs Cape Verde for free on ITV. Live coverage is enabled ITV1 And ITVX.
You need a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde in Australia
Argentina vs Cape Verde will be broadcast for free in Australia on SBS on demand.
The streaming platform offers every match of the tournament for free, making it the perfect place to watch the World Cup.
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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde in Canada
In Canada, TSN will broadcast Argentina vs Cape Verde.
You can stream live via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.
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Argentina vs Cape Verde: Match Information
What time does Argentina vs Cape Verde start?
Argentina vs Cape Verde will begin at 11 p.m. BST / 6 p.m. ET on Friday July 3. This is 8am AEST on Saturday July 4 in Australia.
Who are the teams for Argentina against Cape Verde?
Argentina
Goalkeepers: Juan Musso (Atletico Madrid), Geronimo Rulli (Marseille), Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa).
Defenders: Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth), Nicolas Tagliafico (Lyon), Gonzalo Montiel (River Plate), Lisandro Martinez (Manchester United), Cristian Romero (Tottenham), Nicolas Otamendi (Benfica), Facundo Medina (Marseille), Nahuel Molina (Atletico Madrid).
Midfield: Leandro Paredes (River Plate), Rodrigo de Paul (Inter Miami), Valentin Barco (Strasbourg), Giovani lo Celso (Real Betis), Ezequiel Palacios (Bayer Leverkusen), Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool), Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea).
Advantages: Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami), Nicolas Gonzalez (Atletico Madrid), Thiago Almada (Atletico Madrid), Giuliano Simeone (Atletico Madrid), Nico Paz (Como), José Manuel Lopez (Palmeiras), Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan).
Cape Verde
Goalkeepers: Vozinha (Chaves), Marcio Rosa (Montana), CJ dos Santos (San Diego).
Defenders: Stopira (Torreense), Roberto Lopes (Shamrock Rovers), Joao Paulo (FCSB), Diney (Al Bataeh), Logan Costa (Villarreal), Steven Moreira (Columbus Crew), Wagner Pina (Trabzonspor), Sidny Lopes Cabral (Benfica), Kelvin Pires (SJK).
Midfield: Jamiro Monteiro (PEC Zwolle), Kevin Pina (Krasnodar), Deroy Duarte (Ludogorets), Telmo Arcanjo (Vitoria Guimaraes), Laros Duarte (Puskas Akademia), Yannick Semedo (Farense).
Advantages: Ryan Mendes (Igdir), Garry Rodrigues (Apollon Limassol), Willy Semedo (Omonia), Jovane Cabral (Estrela Amadora), Gilson Tavares (Akron Tolyatti), Dailon Livramento (Casa Pia), Helio Varela (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Nuno da Costa (Istanbul Basaksehir).
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Group stage |
Group J: 1st, 9 points |
Group H: 2nd, 3 points |
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