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July 10, 2026, 12:36 pm
Cape Verde Leave World Cup as Heroes After Brave Argentina Battle
- [CAF] Cape Verde's historic World Cup run ended in heartbreak after the Blue Sharks pushed defending champions Argentina to extra time before losing 3-2 in a dramatic round-of-32 tie in Miami on Friday night.
If Cape Verde Can Do It, Why Not Rwanda?
- [New Times] When Cape Verde walked onto the pitch to face Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and walked away with a goalless draw, the message echoed far beyond the Atlantic.
Cape Verde Shine Again, Hold Uruguay in World Cup Thriller
- [Leadership] Cape Verde's remarkable FIFA World Cup debut continued on Monday as the tournament newcomers battled to an entertaining 2-2 draw with two-time champions Uruguay in Miami, strengthening their hopes of a place in the knockout stages.
Bubista Proud of Resilient Cape Verde As They Edge Closer to Historic World Cup Knockout Spot
- [CAF] Cape Verde coach Pedro 'Bubista' Brito hailed his side's spirit and identity after the Blue Sharks earned a hard-fought 2-2 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay to move within touching distance of a historic place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stages.
High in Confidence Bubista Backs Cape Verde to Keep Dreaming Ahead of Uruguay Challenge
- [CAF] Cape Verde coach Pedro 'Bubista' Brito says the Blue Sharks will continue believing in their ability to compete with the world's best as they prepare to face Uruguay in their second FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H encounter on Monday.
Cape Verde Keep Historic World Cup Knockout Stage Hopes Alive With Spirited Draw Against Uruguay
- [CAF] Cape Verde continued to defy expectations at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after holding two-time champions Uruguay to an entertaining 2-2 draw in Miami on Sunday, keeping alive hopes of a historic place in the knockout stages.
From World Cup Inspiration to World Cup Hero - the Extraordinary Story Behind Cape Verde's Vozinha
- [CAF] Cape Verde's historic FIFA World Cup debut against Spain produced many memorable moments, but perhaps none captured the imagination quite like the performance of veteran goalkeeper Vozinha.
Historic Stand Against Spain Places Cape Verde Among World Cup's Greatest Newcomers
- [CAF] For most nations, a first appearance at the FIFA World Cup is about gaining experience. For Cape Verde, it has already become about making history.
Debutants Cape Verde Earn Stunning Draw Against Spain
- [Nile Post] Debutants Cape Verde produced one of the biggest World Cup shocks of recent times by holding Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta.
From Family Doubts to World Cup Dreams - Moreira Embraces Cape Verde's Historic Journey
- [CAF] When Cape Verde walk onto the pitch for their first-ever FIFA World Cup match against Spain in Atlanta, Steven Moreira's thoughts will not immediately be on the reigning European champions standing across from him.
Cape Verde Earn Point Against Spain
- [New Times] Cape Verde made history on Monday by securing a point against Spain in the FIFA World Cup, after holding the European champions to a goalless draw.
World Cup 2026 - Meet the Cape Verde Player Called-Up Via Linkedin
- [Vanguard] Cape Verde produced one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday after holding former champions Spain to a goalless draw in their opening Group H match.
Cape Verde Stun Spain to Claim Historic Point On World Cup Debut
- [CAF] A disciplined and courageous Cape Verde produced one of the biggest results in their football history by holding European champions Spain to a goalless draw in their opening Group H match at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Atlanta on Monday.
Debutants Cape Verde Stun European Champions Spain With Draw
- [This Day] Debutants Cape Verde produced one of the biggest World Cup shocks of recent times by holding Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta yesterday.
FIFA World Cup 2026 - Bubista Hails Cape Verde Organisation After Historic Debut Draw With Spain
- [CAF] Cape Verde head coach Pedro Leitao Brito (Bubista) praised his side's organizational structure after the Blue Sharks earned a historic 0-0 draw against former FIFA World Cup champions Spain in their first-ever match at the global showpiece on Monday.
