Cape Verde secured a place in the World Cup’s round of 32 after three draws. Their standout performance came against Spain, where they played defensively and earned a draw. This victory has inspired their players and fans alike.
On Friday night, Houston was filled with Cape Verde t-shirts as fans celebrated this achievement. The tiny island nation, home to around 500,000 people, set up a round of 32 match against world champions Argentina on July 3.
Cape Verde’s midfielder Deroy Duarte expressed his disbelief and joy at the team’s success. He dreams of playing in the World Cup since he was young and is thrilled to be part of this historic moment.
Despite the tough challenge ahead, facing Lionel Messi and company, Cape Verde’s coach Bubista emphasized that the World Cup is for all nations, not just elite teams. The team remains hopeful and believes anything is possible.