Cape Verde draws against Uruguay, community celebrates historic World Cup journey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Cape Verde continued their Cinderella story in their first World Cup, drawing their second match against Uruguay on June 22. The match sparked celebrations in Brockton, Massachusetts, where many residents share Cape Verdean heritage. Kevin Pina scored Cape Verde's first-ever World Cup goal. The team now sits with two draws in their group and will face Saudi Arabia in their final group stage match, crucial for advancing to the knockout rounds. The community's pride was palpable, with numerous residents expressing joy over the team's accomplishments.
- •Cape Verde draws 0-0 with Uruguay in World Cup match.
- •Kevin Pina scored Cape Verde's first World Cup goal.
- •Brockton residents celebrate the team's historic journey.
- •Cape Verde sits in the middle of their group with 2 draws.
- •Next match against Saudi Arabia is critical for knockout stage.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Everybody believes’: Brockton relishing Cape Verde Cinderella story in World Cup
"The streets of Brockton were jumping Sunday night after Cape Verde’s Cinderella story in their first ever World Cup continued.
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