Cape Verde ties Uruguay 2-2 in World Cup match on June 21
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:07 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Cape Verde, making its World Cup debut, tied Uruguay 2-2 during a Group H match on June 21 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The Blue Sharks scored their first-ever World Cup goal via Kevin Pina in the 21st minute and equalized again with a goal from Helio Varela in the 61st minute. Previously, Cape Verde held reigning European champion Spain to a 0-0 draw on June 15. The team has gained recognition for its resilient play and determination to compete despite being an underdog.
- •Cape Verde drew with Spain 0-0 in their tournament opener on June 15.
- •Kevin Pina scored Cape Verde's first World Cup goal in the match against Uruguay.
- •The team rallied from a one-goal deficit twice during the match.
- •Cape Verde coach Pedro Leitao Brito emphasized resilience in their performance.
- •Goalkeeper Vozinha earned recognition for his standout play in the draw against Spain.
- 3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde Has Become World Cup Darlings Without Winning A Game
"Without winning a game, Cape Verde has become the darlings of the World Cup. The Blue Sharks have stunned a pair of favored sides with draws.
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