Friday, July 3, 2026
Kickoff 3:00 PM ET (2:00 PM CT) at AT&T Stadium, Dallas
Argentina vs Cape Verde - Friday, July 3, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 86
Fri, Jul 3
Date
3:00 PM
Kickoff (ET)
Round of 32
Round
#86
Match
Where to watch Argentina vs Cape Verde
All countries →Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV Pública(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
Rights and channel assignments verified ahead of the tournament. Live channel for FOX (US English) and Telemundo (US Spanish) splits between primary and secondary networks per match . check the rights-holder's schedule on match day for the exact channel.
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Match-day essentials - AT&T Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards or Apple/Google Pay only at all concessions and shops.
Best way to get there
Rideshare (most common)
Uber/Lyft from Dallas, Fort Worth, or DFW - $25-60 depending on origin. Designated drop-off zones outside the stadium.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Texas heat in June/July makes long outdoor lines brutal - hydrate and use sun protection while waiting.
Venue
Dallas, Texas - 92,967 capacity - Retractable roof
AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas hosts more World Cup matches than any other venue - 9 in total including a semi-final. Known as 'Jerry World' after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, it is the largest of all 16 venues and contains the world's largest column-free interior space, large enough to fit the Statue of Liberty inside.
Address
1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011, USA
About This Match
Argentina face Cape Verde in the Round of 32 on Friday, July 3, 2026. Argentina are ranked #1 in the world and managed by Lionel Scaloni; Cape Verde sit at #69 under Pedro Leitão. The match kicks off at 14:00 local time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
Argentina
Argentina arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as defending champions, looking to emulate Brazil's 1958-62 back-to-back victories. Lionel Messi, who finally completed his World Cup fairy-tale at Qatar 2022, will be 38 years old and playing in what is almost certainly his last World Cup - a once-in-a-generation farewell that will captivate the footballing world. Under the exceptionally tactically intelligent Lionel Scaloni, La Albiceleste blend Messi's genius with the predatory instincts of Inter Milan's Lautaro Martínez and the emergence of Julián Álvarez. Group J against Austria, Algeria, and Jordan is a very favourable draw for the world champions, who will rightly be installed as one of the two or three leading title contenders.
Read Argentina preview →Cape Verde
Cape Verde make their historic debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, representing one of the most remarkable qualification stories of the entire tournament. The Blue Sharks, a tiny Atlantic archipelago nation of just 560,000 people, have punched far above their weight in African football for over a decade. Coach Pedro Leitão leads a squad built from dual-nationals with Portuguese heritage playing across European leagues, including the tricky Ryan Mendes and the experienced Garry Rodrigues. Group H against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia is enormously challenging, but Cape Verde's spirit and organisation have toppled bigger nations before - their debut marks a proud moment for African football.
Read Cape Verde preview →Recent Form
Last results for Argentina and Cape Verde in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Argentina
WW- Jun 9vs Iceland3-0
- Jun 6vs Honduras2-0
Cape Verde
W- May 31vs Serbia3-0
Where to Watch Argentina vs Cape Verde
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Argentina vs Cape Verde - FAQ
When is Argentina vs Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup?+
Argentina vs Cape Verde is on Friday, July 3, 2026 with kickoff at 14:00 local time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
Where is Argentina vs Cape Verde being played?+
The match is at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Capacity 92,967, Retractable roof.
What round is Argentina vs Cape Verde?+
It's a Round of 32 match - match number 86 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to AT&T Stadium for Argentina vs Cape Verde?+
Rideshare (most common): Uber/Lyft from Dallas, Fort Worth, or DFW - $25-60 depending on origin. Designated drop-off zones outside the stadium.
What time should I arrive at AT&T Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Texas heat in June/July makes long outdoor lines brutal - hydrate and use sun protection while waiting.
What is Argentina's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Argentina is ranked #1 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Lionel Scaloni. Their best World Cup result is Champion and they have won the World Cup 3 times.
What is Cape Verde's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Cape Verde is ranked #69 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Pedro Leitão. Their best World Cup result is Debut.