Argentina vs. Cape Verde Live on TV and Livestream: Where to Watch the World Cup Match
The path to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup for Argentina lies through Cape Verde. Discover where to watch this crucial match live on ARD, ZDF, and MagentaTV.
In this Round of 16 encounter of the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the roles are clearly defined: Argentina faces a challenge from Cape Verde. Typically, the reigning world champions should have no trouble overcoming a tournament debutant, especially with Lionel Messi, who has already achieved six successes in this World Cup. With half a dozen goals, the 39-year-old superstar has become the all-time top scorer in World Cup history (19). Can he score against the clear underdog and lead Argentina to the Round of 16?
To witness this match between Argentina and Cape Verde, interested viewers must tune into MagentaTV. The classic free-to-air television channels, ARD and ZDF, will not be broadcasting this game.
| Match | Argentina vs. Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, July 4 |
| Kick-off (German Time) | 0:00 AM |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, USA |
| Live Free-to-Air TV Broadcast | - |
| Free Live Stream | - |
| Live Pay-TV / Subscription Live Stream | MagentaTV |
Those who don't want to miss the World Cup Round of 16 match between Argentina and Cape Verde will need to subscribe to MagentaTV. Free-to-air television will not show this game. This is due to the distribution of broadcasting rights. While ARD and ZDF will each show 30 matches during the tournament, totaling 60 of the 104 World Cup games, MagentaTV offers the complete package, broadcasting every single match of the World Cup live – including the duel between Argentina and Cape Verde. For football fans, this means that without a MagentaTV subscription, this knockout game cannot be watched live. Those who only want to follow the World Cup can opt for MagentaTV Flex, a subscription costing eleven euros per month and cancellable at any time.
Robby Hunke will be accompanying viewers through the match as commentator. Johannes B. Kerner and Laura Wontorra will alternate as hosts for the World Cup broadcasts. They will be supported by a high-caliber team of experts including Mats Hummels, Thomas Müller, and Jürgen Klopp, who will analyze key moments, provide background information, and offer insights into the game.
Football Live Today: Argentina vs. Cape Verde Live on MagentaTV
- Broadcast Start: Today (July 3), 11:00 PM
- Hosts: Johannes B. Kerner, Laura Wontorra
- Experts: Jürgen Klopp, Thomas Müller, Mats Hummels
- Commentator: Robby Hunke
Round of 16 Fixtures
| Date | Match |
|---|---|
| June 28, 9:00 PM | South Africa vs. Canada |
| June 29, 7:00 PM | Brazil vs. Japan |
| June 29, 10:30 PM | Germany vs. Paraguay |
| June 30, 3:00 AM | Netherlands vs. Morocco |
| June 30, 7:00 PM | Ivory Coast vs. Norway |
| June 30, 11:00 PM | France vs. Sweden |
| July 1, 3:00 AM | Mexico vs. Ecuador |
| July 1, 6:00 PM | England vs. DR Congo |
| July 1, 10:00 PM | Belgium vs. Senegal |
| July 2, 2:00 AM | USA vs. Bosnia |
| July 2, 9:00 PM | Spain vs. Austria |
| July 3, 1:00 AM | Portugal vs. Croatia |
| July 3, 5:00 AM | Switzerland vs. Algeria |
| July 3, 8:00 PM | Australia vs. Egypt |
| July 4, 0:00 AM | Argentina vs. Cape Verde |
| July 4, 3:30 AM | Colombia vs. Ghana |
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