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Argentina caminó por el precipicio ante Cabo Verde y se instaló en los octavos de final tras un duelo infartante
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 4, 2026
· 6 min read
Por Hugo Manu Correa, CNN en Español
“Quien dijo que todo está perdido, yo vengo a ofrecer mi corazón”, supo decir el genial artista Fito Páez. Y el corazón de todos los argentinos estuvo en la frontera de un infarto en lo que fue un angustiante triunfo ante Cabo Verde 3-2. La victoria fue cons...
Key takeaway Y el corazón de todos los argentinos estuvo en la frontera de un infarto en lo que fue un angustiante triunfo ante Cabo Verde 3-2.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Pasoans who gathered to watch the intense match between Argentina and Cabo Verde, the outcome was a thrilling reminder of the unpredictability of the beautiful game. As fans cheered on their favorite team at local watch parties, the stunning comeback by Cabo Verde and Argentina's narrow victory in extra time left many on the edge of their seats. The match highlighted the growing interest in international soccer in the El Paso community, where fans from diverse backgrounds come together to celebrate their love for the sport. As the World Cup progresses, local businesses and community centers are likely to continue hosting watch parties, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared excitement among fans. The city's vibrant soccer culture will undoubtedly be on full display as the tournament unfolds, with Argentina's dramatic win over Cabo Verde setting the stage for more thrilling matches to come.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Por Hugo Manu Correa, CNN en Español
“Quien dijo que todo está perdido, yo vengo a ofrecer mi corazón”, supo decir el genial artista Fito Páez. Y el corazón de todos los argentinos estuvo en la frontera de un infarto en lo que fue un angustiante triunfo ante Cabo Verde 3-2. La victoria fue cons...
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