Messi Extends World Cup Match Record

Lionel Messi will play his 30th World Cup match in Argentina’s last‑32 clash with Cape Verde, breaking the record for most appearances by a male player. Lautaro Martinez will join him up front while Julian Alvarez is left on the bench. Cape Verde’s Telmo Arcanjo starts on the bench due to a leg injury, and Sidny Lopes Cabral returns from suspension to start at left‑back. catcrossgame.com