Cape Verde reaches knockout stage in XXL World Cup after draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:58 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Cape Verde advanced to the knockout stage of the XXL World Cup after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia. The team, making its debut in the tournament, is the smallest nation ever to reach this stage, with a population of just over 525,000. Cape Verde finished second in their group behind Spain, ensuring their place among the top 32 teams. As part of the excitement, fans celebrated with goats dressed in shirts of their standout goalkeeper, Vozinha, marking a unique moment in the tournament. Next, they will face world champions Argentina in the next round.
- •Cape Verde makes knockout stage debut in XXL World Cup.
- •They finished second in their group after three draws.
- •Next match is against world champions Argentina.
- •Fans celebrated with goats in tribute to goalkeeper Vozinha.
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