Argentina advances past Cabo Verde; Dibu Martínez reflects on 'suffering'

Argentina secured a 3-2 victory over Cabo Verde in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, but goalkeeper Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez expressed frustration despite the win. The match, held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, saw Argentina advance after extra time with goals from Lionel Messi, Lisandro Martínez, and an own goal, while Cabo Verde scored through Deroy Duarte and Sidny Lopes Cabral. Source: Infobae

Martínez's reaction

Martínez was visibly upset about the two goals conceded, particularly the second, which he called a 'golazo.' He admitted to being out of position on the first goal and criticized his own performance: 'Me quedé caliente igual. Encima, en el primer gol me quedé un poco adelantado y justo le pasó entre los pies a Licha. No pude reaccionar.' Source: El Colombiano On the field, however, he rallied his teammates, saying 'Tranquilo, macho. Había que sufrir,' and led the team in celebrating with fans. Source: Infobae He compared the experience to Qatar 2022, noting, '¿Cuántos partidos sufrimos en Qatar?... Hay que saber sufrir.' Source: Infobae

Look and record chase

Martínez debuted a hairstyle with the Argentine flag dyed on his head, repeating a look from the 2022 World Cup. He also chases Sergio Romero's record for most clean sheets with Argentina, standing at 43 after this match. Source: Infobae Argentina will face Egypt in the round of 16.