FIFA World Cup: Cabo Verde on the brink of historic success

Cabo Verde on the brink of historic success comes as the “Blue Sharks” move closer to the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 ahead of their final Group H match. With a population just over 525,000, they enter the next game needing only qualification in range after securing draws with Spain and Uruguay. Their campaign began with a shock 0-0 draw against European champions Spain, followed by a 2-2 draw versus two-time world champions Uruguay in Miami on Monday. Kevin Pina scored Cabo Verde’s first-ever World Cup goal with a long-range free-kick, while Uruguay led 2-1 at half-time before Hélio Varela equalized after a late defensive error. The two draws leave Cabo Verde on two points in Group H, level with Uruguay, with Spain on four after beating Saudi Arabia 4-0. They play Saudi Arabia on Saturday 27 June at Houston Stadium at 02:00, where a win would likely send them through.