Mundial 2026: Cabo Verde’s Debut Against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia
Cabo Verde has made history by qualifying for the World Cup for the first time. The national team will face formidable opponents: Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia in Group H. This tournament will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Mundial 2026: Cabo Verde’s Group Matches
The schedule for Cabo Verde’s matches is as follows:
- June 15: First game against Spain
- June 21: Second match against Uruguay
- June 26: Final group match against Saudi Arabia
The exact venues and match times will be announced by FIFA on Saturday.
Details of the Mundial 2026
The Mundial 2026 is a significant tournament as it will feature 48 teams for the first time. It will run from June 11 to July 19. The top two teams from each of the 12 groups will advance to the knockout stage, along with the eight best third-placed teams.
Cabo Verde’s Historic Qualification
Cabo Verde, led by coach Pedro Brito, commonly known as Bubista, secured their spot by winning Group D of the African qualifiers. They join Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan as newcomers in this prestigious event.
This remarkable achievement marks a new era for Cabo Verdean football and sets the stage for an exciting Mundial 2026.
