World Cup: Cape Verde seal historic knockout spot

Cape Verde etched their name into World Cup history after battling Saudi Arabia to a goalless draw that secured a place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Blue Sharks finished second in Group H with three points, becoming the first team since Chile in 1998 to reach the knockout stage with three consecutive draws. The result also saw Cape Verde become the first African nation since Ghana in 2006 to progress beyond the group stage on its World Cup debut.
With Uruguay losing 1-0 to Spain in the other group fixture, Cape Verde’s disciplined display proved enough to book a blockbuster last-32 meeting with defending champions Argentina on July 3.
Cape Verde looked the more...