'Greatest feeling ever': Cape Verdeans tell BBC of joy at holding Spain to draw
Summary
Cape Verde, a small island country off West Africa, played to a 0-0 draw against Spain in their first-ever World Cup game. This result sparked huge celebrations in Cape Verde, as many saw it as a great achievement against a strong team.Key Facts
- Cape Verde has about half a million people and is playing in the World Cup for the first time.
- They held Spain, the European champions and a top football team, to a scoreless draw.
- The match inspired big celebrations in Cape Verde’s capital, Praia, with fans using vuvuzelas, chanting, and waving flags.
- The official World Cup song of Cape Verde, called "nos óra dja txiga," means "our time has come."
- Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup after narrowly beating Cameroon.
- The team is in Group H, facing Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
- Many people are proud of the team for their strong defense and effort, hoping they can advance beyond the group stage.
- Tourists and residents alike joined the celebrations, showing support for Cape Verde’s national football team.
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