What to know about Cape Verde at World Cup 2026

After many continental level appearances, Cape Verde are ready for their opening act on football’s grandest stage.

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After many continental level appearances, Cape Verde are ready for their opening act on football’s grandest stage.

After many continental level appearances, Cape Verde are ready for their opening act on football’s grandest stage.
Reported by Al Jazeera.
Publication date: 2026-05-24.

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