Argentina's Stellar Performance in FIFA World Cup: Messi Shines in Miami

The Argentina national football team has arrived in Miami for their upcoming World Cup match against Cabo Verde. With Lionel Messi in exceptional form, the team has won all their matches so far. Messi has made history by scoring in seven consecutive World Cup matches and is tied for the Golden Boot. As they prepare for the knockout stage, Argentina looks to continue their impressive performance. Read on to learn more about Messi's record-breaking achievements and the team's journey in the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 2, 2026, 09:45 IST

Argentina Arrives in Miami for World Cup Clash

The Argentina national football team has landed in Miami ahead of their round of 32 match against Cabo Verde, set for Saturday.

So far, Argentina has displayed exceptional form in the tournament, winning every match. Their legendary player, Lionel Messi, is in remarkable shape, currently sharing the top spot for the Golden Boot with French star Kylian Mbappe, each having netted six goals.

On their official X account, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) shared, "#SeniorTeam We’re in Miami!"

#SelecciónMayor ¡Llegamos a Miami! pic.twitter.com/neOiGJCjxC

— Selección Argentina (@Argentina) July 2, 2026

In their last group stage match against Jordan, Argentina triumphed with a score of 3-1, where Messi scored two goals.

Messi has made history by becoming the first male player to score in seven consecutive FIFA World Cup matches.

Additionally, he is now one of only four players to score in all three group-stage matches of a single World Cup since the tournament's format changed in 1998, joining the ranks of Cristiano Ronaldo (2018), David Villa (2010), and Fernando Torres (2010).

His record-breaking journey began with a hat-trick against Algeria in Argentina's opening Group J match, followed by a brace against Austria.

Although he was rested at the start of the final group game against Jordan, Messi came on in the 60th minute and sealed the victory with a stunning free-kick in the 80th minute, marking his seventh consecutive World Cup match with a goal.

This goal also raised Messi's total to 19 World Cup goals, further solidifying his status as Argentina's all-time leading scorer in the tournament.

Argentina kicked off their campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria, followed by a 2-0 win against Austria, and concluded the group stage with a 3-1 win over Jordan.