Two teams writing two very different adventures meet in Miami as Argentina take on Cape Verde in the last 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup – and you can live stream the game around the world for free.
Argentina was one of just three teams to emerge from the group stage with a 100 percent record, thanks in large part to talisman Lionel Messi. The forward scored six goals across the holders’ three games and became the first man to find the net in seven consecutive World Cup games. The 39-year-old will want to add to the number in the city where he plays his club football. The crowd will be overwhelmingly pro-Argentina (or just pro-Messi) as the Albiceleste captain continues his bid to retain the trophy on ‘home’.
Cape Verde has been the feel-good story of the tournament, drawing all three matches in Group H to become the smallest nation to reach the knockout stage of a World Cup. The Blue Sharks, led by their 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha, sealed their last-32 place with their second 0-0 draw in three games, against Saudi Arabia, and have already held European champions Spain to a stalemate. A victory for this nation of just 530,000 people would be the biggest World Cup shock ever.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde for free
Argentina vs Cape Verde is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde in USA
American viewers can watch Argentina vs Cape Verde on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish communication).
You can watch all World Cup games on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord cutters such as YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Argentina vs Cape Verde on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock likewise.
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How to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Argentina vs Cape Verde free on ITV. Live coverage is on ITV1 and ITVX.
You require 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 shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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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 TSN+ streaming platform, which costs $80 per month or $80 per year.
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Argentina vs Cape Verde: Match Information
When does Argentina vs Cape Verde start?
Argentina vs Cape Verde starts at 11pm BST / 6pm ET on Friday 3 July. It is at 8am AEST Saturday 4th July in Australia.
What is the squad for Argentina vs 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).
Midfielders: Leandro Paredes (River Plate), Rodrigo de Paul (Inter Miami), Valentin Barco (Strasbourg), Giovani lo Celso (Real Betis), Ezequiel Palacios (Bayer Leverkusen), Alexis MacAllister (Liverpool), Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea).
Extenders: Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami), Nicolas Gonzalez (Atletico Madrid), Thiago Almada (Atletico Madrid), Giuliano Simeone (Atletico Madrid), Nico Paz (Como), Jose 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).
Midfielders: Jamiro Monteiro (PEC Zwolle), Kevin Pina (Krasnodar), Deroy Duarte (Ludogorets), Telmo Arcanjo (Vitoria Guimaraes), Laros Duarte (Puskas Akademia), Yannick Semedo (Farense).
Extenders: 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 phase |
Group J: 1st, 9 points |
Group H: 2nd, 3 points |
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