Cape Verde achieves historic World Cup success in Qatar 2026

Cape Verde's national side advanced to the quarter‑finals after navigating a tough group stage and defeating Uruguay 2‑1 in a decisive match. The victory marked the biggest achievement in African football history at the 2026 Qatar World Cup.

Fans across the islands celebrated wildly, filling streets with flags and chants. The squad now focuses on preparing for a potential semi‑final run.