Curaçao earns a draw while Cape Verde and Scotland eye knockout stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 2:25 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The group stage of the 48-team World Cup approaches its conclusion. Curaçao secured a 0-0 draw against Ecuador after a heavy loss to Germany, aiming to progress in their final match. Cape Verde impressed with a 2-2 draw against Uruguay, needing a win against Saudi Arabia to advance. Scotland, after a win over Haiti, faces the prospect of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams despite losses to Morocco and Brazil. The tournament has seen several debutants, enhancing global representation in football and making matches more competitive.
- •Curaçao drew 0-0 with Ecuador, hoping for advancement with four points.
- •Cape Verde needs a win against Saudi Arabia to reach the knockout stage.
- •Scotland's fate depends on third-place team rankings after losses to Morocco and Brazil.
- •Haiti impressed despite finishing bottom of their group, especially against Scotland.
- •The tournament features multiple debutant teams, increasing international representation.
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