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Cape Verde Defender to Messi: Ignoring for 90 Minutes
The captain of Cape Verde's national team, Sidney Lopes Cabral, has affirmed that his team will not allow Lionel Messi's name to influence their focus ahead of their match against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. He emphasized the importance of concentrating on their game plan and not overly thinking about the opponent. Although Cape Verde entered the tournament with less than a 1% chance of qualifying, they achieved unexpected results, reaching the knockout stages for the first time and delivering a heroic performance. He explained that the team gains strength from underestimating their chances and does not rely on role models initially, despite recognizing Messi's stature.
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