Lionel Messi and Argentina put together a thrilling comeback in the Round of 16 against Egypt on Tuesday, scoring three goals in the final 15 minutes to rally from a 2-0 deficit.

Cape Verde nearly completed the biggest comeback in men's FIFA World Cup history, in large part due to another heroic performance from Vozinha, its 40-year-old goalkeeper who leaves the tournament a national hero.

Argentina staged a stunning late comeback to defeat Egypt and secure their FIFA World Cup quarter-final spot. Lionel Messi scored the equalizer before Enzo Fernandez netted the winning goal for Argentina.

CNN looks at 20 defining moments in the career of the football superstar, who mesmerized, broke records and transcended his sport.

While Inter Miami CF has played only seven seasons as one of Major League Soccer’s (MLS) fledgling programs, its talisman and captain, Lionel Messi, continues to rack up records and stellar displays of athleticism nearly every time he steps on the field.

As the World Cup group stages come to an end, BBC Sport reporters pick their highlights so far.

Lautaro Martinez told a visibly emotional Lionel Messi to enjoy the moment following Argentina's 3-2 triumph over Egypt on Tuesday to qualify for the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup.

Argentina progressed to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup while Portugal lost at the Round of 16 stage, and the partners of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo reacted