FIFA World Cup 2026: Big B caught in late-night football frenzy over Argentina vs Cabo Verde clash
Mumbai, July 4
As football fever grips fans across the globe during the FIFA World Cup 2026, megastar Amitabh Bachchan was among those glued to the action, with the veteran actor sharing his excitement during Argentina's dramatic clash against tournament debutant Cabo Verde.
Big B appeared to stay up late to catch the high-stakes encounter, which kicked off around 3:30 am IST. The match turned into one of the biggest thrillers of the tournament, with defending champions Argentina edging past Cabo Verde 3-2 after extra time at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Amid the nail-biting contest, Bachchan took to X to express his excitement. Posting what appeared to be a live reaction during the game, the actor summed up the mood of football fans watching the contest unfold: "T 5791 - What match is being played in WC26!!!" he wrote.
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Big B has always been 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 memorable football moments when he met global superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in Riyadh during the exhibition match between Paris Saint-Germain and the Saudi All-Star XI at King Fahd International Stadium. The actor later shared his excitement about the meeting on social media.
Coming back to the match, Argentina now advance to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt, while Cabo Verde bow out after a historic campaign that captured global admiration with their fearless performances on their FIFA World Cup debut.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Cabo Verde played like true champions in their debut. Argentina barely scraped through, and I think the scoreline doesn't reflect how hard they had to work. Big B's excitement is justified—this was one of the best matches of the tournament so far. Hats off to the underdogs!
I have to say, while Big B's enthusiasm is infectious, I wish Indian sports celebrities would give more attention to local football leagues like the ISL. The late-night World Cup hype is fine, but we have amazing talent right here that needs visibility. Just saying... 🇮🇳⚽
Argentina barely beat a debutant team? That's not the defending champions we know. Cabo Verde showed real grit, and Big B's live reaction sums up the thrill perfectly. Imagine if India ever makes it to the World Cup—streets would be packed at 3am! 😂🔥
Big B is a class act, no doubt. But this article feels like soft promotion for a movie or something? Either way, the match was epic. Cabo Verde's journey is inspirational for small nations. And Messi's Argentina still has that magic, even if it's fading. Good luck in the Round of 16!
As a football fan from the US, it's cool to see Bollywood icons like Amitabh Bachchan getting hyped for the World Cup. But I'm curious—do many Indians actually follow the FIFA World Cup? Seems like cricket still dominates there. Either way, Argentina vs Egypt will be a cracker! 🏆
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