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Argentina falters after group stage in 2026 World Cup

Argentina’s 2026 World Cup run started strongly in the group stage but collapsed in the knockout rounds, losing to Cape Verde in the last‑16 and being eliminated by Egypt in the quarterfinals.

Argentina’s World Cup 2026 campaign began with a spectacular group stage, showcasing their depth and talent. However, the squad struggled in the knockout rounds. In the last‑16, they were pushed to the brink by Cape Verde, only securing a win after extra time, and the resulting fatigue was evident. The following quarterfinal against Egypt proved decisive, as Argentina fell 0-2 with just 15 minutes remaining, sending them out of the tournament. ipl-cricket.in