Florida, July 3 -- Cape Verde head coach Pedro Leitao Brito has expressed confidence ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against Argentina, saying his team will play with courage and belief as they look to secure a place in the Round of 16, according to ESPN.

Speaking ahead of the knockout encounter, Brito said his players are prepared to embrace the challenge despite facing a formidable opponent. He stressed that Cape Verde would approach the match with ambition and a positive mindset rather than focusing on the stature of the opposition.

"There's belief and conviction, and that's very helpful," Brito said, as quoted by ESPN.

The Cape Verde coach said his side would aim to play fearless football while remaining d...