In the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentina twice took the lead against Cape Verde and were twice pegged back, ultimately securing a thrilling 3-2 victory to advance. Argentina have been equalized against 5 times after taking the lead in their last 7 FIFA World Cup knockout matches, but have never been eliminated.

In the quarterfinals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Argentina led the Netherlands 2-0, only for Weghorst to equalize at 2-2, before eventually winning 4-3 on penalties to advance;

In the semifinals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Argentina defeated Croatia 3-0 to advance to the final.

In the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Argentina led France 2-0 before Mbappe scored twice to bring France level. In extra time, Messi scored to put Argentina 3-2 ahead again, but Mbappe equalized once more. Ultimately, Argentina won 4-2 on penalties to claim the championship.

In the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentina led Cape Verde 1-0 and then 2-1 in extra time, only to be equalized on both occasions, before ultimately advancing with a thrilling 3-2 victory.

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