Lionel Messi and Argentina take on Cape Verde, the surprise story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, in a David-versus-Goliath clash. Argentina is the reigning World Cup champion with the best player in the world on its roster.

Brockton is tightening security for the next Cape Verde World Cup game after violent celebrations in the Massachusetts city during the opening games of the tournament.

The FIFA World Cup opened in Atlanta with a result almost no one saw coming. Cape Verde, the ultimate underdog, went toe-to-toe with a primary contender, shocking the soccer world with a 0-0 draw against Spain.

Mendes has been accused of raping a woman who had been hired to work with the team during a tournament in New Zealand earlier this year.

All the latest news and updates as Cape Verde celebrate holding former champions Spain as Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran earn draws.

FOX Sports' Kasper Schmeichel compares Cape Verde's underdog story to his 2016 Premier League championship with Leicester City.