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Cape Verde prepares for World Cup debut against Spain in Atlanta

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:38 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Cape Verde prepares for World Cup debut against Spain in Atlanta

Summary

Cape Verde's national soccer team is set to make its World Cup debut on Monday against Spain in Atlanta. The team has been training in Tampa prior to the tournament, which marks a historical moment for the nation. Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup after a strong performance in the preliminary matches, finishing with seven wins. The team features a diverse roster, including several players born outside the country, highlighting the influence of the Cape Verdean diaspora.

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By the Numbers

•Cape Verde faces Spain on June 16 in Atlanta.
•The team trained at the Rowdies' facility in Tampa.
•Cape Verde won seven of ten preliminary matches to qualify.
•The roster includes eight players born outside Cape Verde.
•Pedro Leitão Brito serves as head coach for the Blue Sharks.

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1:38 PMYahoo Sports — 5 things to know about Cape Verde and its World Cup training in Tampa

What they're saying

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On Monday, Cape Verde will make its World Cup debut against tournament favorite Spain in Atlanta, the realization of an accomplishment the country’s president has compared to independence. In the week leading up to the tournament, the team prepared in Tampa, on the fields where the Rowdies typically train.
— Yahoo Sports

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