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Messi Sets Record in Argentina’s 2026 World Cup Match

Published July 3, 2026 · Updated July 4, 2026 · The Guardian

Lionel Messi will play his 30th World Cup match tonight, extending the record for most appearances by a men’s player, as Argentina opens its campaign against Cape Verde.

Messi starts on the right side at 6pm local time, joined by Lautaro Martinez in attack while Julian Alvarez is on the bench. Cape Verde will have Sidny Lopes Cabral return from suspension at left‑back, with Telmo Arcanjo on the bench due to a leg injury. goldparty.lat

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