Cabo Verde impresses at World Cup despite loss to Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:01 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Cabo Verde made a notable impression in its first World Cup appearance at the 2026 tournament. The team faced Argentina in the Round of 32, forcing the match into extra time after a 2-2 draw in regulation. Ultimately, Cabo Verde lost 3-2 to Argentina, which was ranked No. 1 at the time. Throughout the tournament, Cabo Verde, with a population of around 530,000, drew matches against Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay in the group stage. Goalkeeper Josimar José Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, was instrumental in Cabo Verde's performances, making seven saves against Argentina.
- •Cabo Verde reached the knockout stage in its first World Cup appearance.
- •The team drew with Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay in the group stage.
- •Vozinha made several critical saves against Argentina.
- •Cabo Verde played well against both top-ranked teams in the tournament.
- 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — Cabo Verde heroics in World Cup leave fans stunned
"The 2026 FIFA World Cup featured one of the greatest underdog stories in the tournament's history.
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