Amitabh Bachchan, the legendary Bollywood actor, was up late on July 3, 2026, to witness one of the most thrilling matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The defending champions Argentina faced World Cup debutants Cabo Verde in a high-stakes Round of 16 clash at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The match, which kicked off around 3:30 am IST, saw Argentina edge past Cabo Verde 3-2 after extra time, securing their place in the next round.
Big B's Live Reaction on X
During the nail-biting contest, Bachchan took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his excitement. In a post that appeared to be a live reaction, the actor wrote: "T 5791 - What match is being played in WC26!!!" The post quickly went viral, capturing the mood of football fans around the world who were glued to the action.
Bachchan's Passion for Football
Big B has long been known as a passionate football aficionado. While his son, actor Abhishek Bachchan, has often spoken publicly about his love for the sport, the veteran actor has also remained a keen follower of international football over the years. In 2023, Bachchan had one of his most memorable football moments when he met global superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in Riyadh during an exhibition match between Paris Saint-Germain and the Saudi All-Star XI at King Fahd International Stadium. He later shared his excitement about the meeting on social media.
The Match: Argentina vs Cabo Verde
The match turned into one of the biggest thrillers of the tournament. Argentina, the defending champions, were pushed to the limit by a fearless Cabo Verde side making their World Cup debut. After a tense 90 minutes that ended 2-2, the game went into extra time, where Argentina finally prevailed 3-2. The victory secured Argentina's spot in the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt. Cabo Verde, despite their elimination, earned global admiration for their spirited performance throughout the tournament.
What's Next for Argentina
With this win, Argentina advance to the Round of 16 to take on Egypt. The match is highly anticipated, as Argentina look to defend their title. Meanwhile, Cabo Verde bow out after a historic campaign that captured the hearts of football fans worldwide.
