Despite a sensational goal in extra time - Argentina ends Cape Verde's World Cup fairytale
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With a bang, Argentina made it into the round of 16. Cape Verde saves itself in extra time after Lionel Messi's goal and fights back wonderfully after falling behind again, but the world champion has the last word.
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