Zlatan Ibrahimovic Sends Clear Message to Cape Verde After World Cup Shock
Summary
Cape Verde advanced to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in their first-ever appearance, finishing second in Group H behind Spain. Despite not winning any matches, they secured draws against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia, making history as the first team since 1998 to move on without a win.Key Facts
- Cape Verde competed in the 2026 World Cup for the first time.
- They finished second in Group H, which included Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay.
- Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Spain, 2-2 with Uruguay, and 0-0 with Saudi Arabia.
- They became the first country since Chile in 1998 to reach the knockout round without winning a match.
- Goalkeeper Vozinha made seven saves against Spain.
- Midfielder Kevin Pina scored Cape Verde’s first-ever World Cup goal from a free kick.
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic praised Cape Verde and mentioned former player Thierry Henry’s prediction about their strength.
- Cape Verde will next play Argentina and Lionel Messi on July 3 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
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