Farewell Cape Verde - the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
Summary
Cape Verde, the smallest nation at the 2026 World Cup, made a strong impression in their first-ever tournament. They drew three group games, including against Spain, scored their first World Cup goals against Uruguay, and narrowly lost 3-2 to defending champions Argentina in extra time.Key Facts
- Cape Verde was ranked 67th in the world before the World Cup.
- They earned their first World Cup point by drawing 0-0 with Spain.
- Cape Verde scored their first-ever World Cup goals in a game against Uruguay.
- In their final match, they nearly upset Argentina, taking the game to extra time and drawing twice during regular play.
- Cape Verde lost 3-2 to Argentina after a last-minute deflection in extra time.
- Their coach Bubista expressed pride in the team’s performance against top teams.
- Players and commentators highlighted the team's courage, unity, and belief.
- The tournament marked a historic moment for Cape Verde, putting the small nation on the football world map.
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