David and Goliath. The defending champs vs. the World Cup debutantes. Superstars vs. the unknown. It’s Lionel Messi and Argentina vs. Cape Verde on Friday, and there’s historic potential in this game. Let’s get into lineups and odds for this game.
Argentina is a -3500 favorite to advance at DraftKings Sportsbook, and Cape Verde is +1200. The odds of extra time being needed sit at +700.
Full Lineups
Argentina (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martinez
Defense: Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Medina
Midfield: Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernández, Thiago Almada
Forwards: Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez
Cape Verde (4-1-4-1)
Goalkeeper: Vozinha
Defense: Sidny Lopes Cabral, Diney Borges, Roberto Lopes, Steven Moreira
Defensive Midfield: Kevin Pina
Attacking Midfield: Jovane Cabral, Deroy Duarte, Laros Duarte, Ryan Mendes
Forwards: Nuno da Costa