Argentina vs Cabo Verde Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Miami)
Argentina vs Cabo Verde stats start with a Round of 32 match at Miami Stadium, where the Argentina national football team face the Cabo Verde national football team on 3 July 2026. Argentina bring the stronger public tournament profile in goals, xG, possession, goals against, and star-player output. Cabo Verde still enter with a stubborn defensive record and an unbeaten group-stage run that included Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
Argentina World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group J winner that beat Algeria, Austria, and Jordan without dropping points. Cabo Verde World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group H runner-up that advanced with three draws and two goals conceded. The World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket now gives Miami one of the tournament’s sharpest ranking mismatches.
The match is listed for 6:00 PM ET at Miami Stadium, which is 22:00 UTC on 3 July. It also belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because FOX public data gives Lionel Messi the strongest individual scoring line in this Round of 32 slot. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Argentina vs Cabo Verde Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Argentina enter with the stronger statistical base before kickoff. FOX lists Argentina at 2.7 goals, 1.6 xG, 11.3 shots, 63% average possession, and 5.7 chances created per game. Those numbers fit a defending champion that scores early and protects leads well.
Cabo Verde have a smaller attacking line but a competitive defensive profile. FOX lists Cabo Verde at 0.7 goals, 0.9 xG, 10.7 shots, 41% average possession, and 7.0 chances created per game. Their shot and chance figures look credible, yet the scoring return remains limited.
Argentina vs Cabo Verde Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. Argentina lead in FIFA ranking, goals per game, xG, goals against, possession, and individual player output. Cabo Verde stay close in shots and chances created, which explains why their underdog profile deserves respect.
| Stat | Argentina | Cabo Verde |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 1 | 67 |
| Goals Per Match | 2.7 | 0.7 |
| xG Per Match | 1.6 | 0.9 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.3 | 0.7 |
| Shots Per Match | 11.3 | 10.7 |
| Average Possession | 63% | 41% |
| Chances Created Avg | 5.7 | 7.0 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Argentina have the clearer attacking edge. Messi leads the FOX player data with six goals, seven shots on goal, 2.4 xG, an 8.6 rating marker, and two player-of-the-match markers. Rodrigo De Paul adds one assist, while Argentina’s total scoring line remains well ahead of Cabo Verde’s.
Cabo Verde can create enough shots to stay alive. Kevin Pina leads their goals marker with one, while Laros Duarte leads their shots-on-goal and xG markers. The problem is conversion, because Cabo Verde have produced 0.7 goals per game from 10.7 shots.
| Attack Stat | Argentina | Cabo Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 2.7 | 0.7 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.6 | 0.9 |
| Shots Per Match | 11.3 | 10.7 |
| Top Scorer | Lionel Messi, 6 | Kevin Pina, 1 |
| Chances Created Avg | 5.7 | 7.0 |
| Shot Conversion | 24% | 7% |
| xG Leader | Lionel Messi, 2.4 | Laros Duarte, 0.4 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Argentina have the stronger defensive record in the public tournament data. FOX lists Argentina at 0.3 goals against per game, and Emiliano Martinez appears with two clean sheets. That gives Argentina a strong base if Cabo Verde sit deep and wait for set pieces.
Cabo Verde’s defence has also held up well against stronger group opponents. FOX lists Cabo Verde at 0.7 goals against per game, and Vozinha appears with two clean sheets plus one player-of-the-match marker. That goalkeeper line matters because Argentina’s best chances often arrive through Messi’s central control.
| Defensive Stat | Argentina | Cabo Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.3 | 0.7 |
| Team Clean Sheets | 2 | 2 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 6% | 24% |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
The possession comparison points toward Argentina control. FOX lists Argentina at 63% average possession and Cabo Verde at 41%, so the card converts those separate averages into a 61-39 trend share. That view keeps the visual simple while showing Argentina’s expected territorial advantage.
Cabo Verde still show enough chance creation to avoid a passive label. They average 7.0 chances created per game, while Argentina average 5.7. The difference is end product, because Argentina turn fewer listed chances into far more goals.
| Passing Stat | Argentina | Cabo Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 63% | 41% |
| Card Possession Share | 61% | 39% |
| Chances Created Avg | 5.7 | 7.0 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Messi gives Argentina the strongest individual data profile on the page. His six goals and 2.4 xG set the main attacking reference point before kickoff. Martinez also matters because Argentina’s two clean sheets give them margin if the match stays tight early.
Cabo Verde need Pina, Duarte, Pico Lopes, and Vozinha to stretch the upset window. Pina owns their scoring marker, Duarte owns their shot and xG markers, and Vozinha owns the goalkeeper markers. Their path depends on keeping Argentina’s first wave from turning control into a quick two-goal gap.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | 6 goals, 7 shots on goal, 2.4 xG |
| Rodrigo De Paul | Argentina | 1 assist in FOX leaders |
| Emiliano Martinez | Argentina | 2 clean sheets, 0.3 team goals against |
| Kevin Pina | Cabo Verde | 1 goal in FOX leaders |
| Laros Duarte | Cabo Verde | 3 shots on goal, 0.4 xG |
| Vozinha | Cabo Verde | 24% keeper-save marker, 2 clean sheets |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison gives Argentina the edge. FOX lists Argentina at 1.6 xG per game and Cabo Verde at 0.9 xG per game. Argentina also have a much stronger conversion line, so their shot quality and finishing both rate higher before kickoff.
Cabo Verde’s best statistical argument comes from resilience. They kept Spain scoreless, drew Uruguay, and conceded only two group-stage goals. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-play xG, shot locations, goalkeeper saves, and blocked shots once the official feed closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Argentina vs Cabo Verde?
Argentina vs Cabo Verde is scheduled for 3 July 2026 at 6:00 PM ET. FIFA lists the UTC kickoff as 22:00 at Miami Stadium.
What are the Argentina vs Cabo Verde xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists Argentina at 1.6 xG per game and Cabo Verde at 0.9 xG per game. Argentina have the stronger chance-quality average.
Who has the better attacking stats?
Argentina have the better goals, xG, possession, conversion, and individual player output. Cabo Verde stay competitive in shots and chances created.
Which players lead the key stats?
Lionel Messi leads Argentina with six goals, seven shots on goal, and 2.4 xG. Kevin Pina leads Cabo Verde’s goals marker, while Laros Duarte leads their xG marker.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Argentina vs Cabo Verde stats favour Argentina for goals, xG, possession, conversion, goals against, and star-player output before kickoff.
Cabo Verde need Vozinha, Pina, Duarte, and Lopes to keep the game compact enough for one decisive chance.
The full-time update should focus on whether Argentina’s control wins, or Cabo Verde’s unbeaten defensive run survives another major test.
