Cape Verde draws with Saudi Arabia to reach knockout stages
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:32 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Cape Verde advanced to the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup after securing a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. This match took place at NRG Stadium, marking Cape Verde's first appearance in a World Cup. The team finished second in Group H, benefiting from Spain's victory over Uruguay, which eliminated Saudi Arabia from the tournament. Cape Verde's next challenge comes on July 3 against Argentina in Miami.
- •Cape Verde finishes second in Group H.
- •Saudi Arabia is eliminated from the tournament.
- •Match held at NRG Stadium in Houston.
- •Cape Verde's next match is against Argentina on July 3.
- •Attendance for the match was 68,278.
"Cape Verde continued their fairy tale run at the 2026 World Cup by making the round of 32 in their first appearance, finishing second in Group H after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia.
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