Uruguay bow out of the World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Spain, a result that allows La Roja to finish the group unbeaten and condemns La Celeste to elimination, paving the way for Cape Verde’s historic qualification.
Saudi Arabia's Nawaf Bu Washl (13) battles for the ball with Cape Verde's Dailon Livramento (19) during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
On their FIFA World Cup debut, Cabo Verde went unbeaten in all group stage matches—0-0 against Spain, 2-2 against Uruguay, and another draw against Saudi Arabia. They are set to face Argentina in the Round of 32.
Shamrock Rovers gaffer calls Pico Lopes live on RTE after Cape Verde reach World Cup knockout stages
The Crumlin native and League of Ireland ace took the call from Stephen Bradley, who was serving as a pundit on RTE, after Cape Verde managed a draw against Saudi Arabia, which secured them a second-place finish in Group H.
France, Spain and Belgium advanced, Cape Verde created history, and the Durand Cup 2026 was announced as Matchday 16 delivered drama, milestones and major football headlines across the globe
Cape Verde has opened a new chapter at the 2026 FIFA World Cup but one notable Super Eagles achievement from 1998 remains untouched after the island nation
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