In a sensational turn of events, Cape Verde has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time ever, after a commanding 3–0 home victory over Eswatini secured top spot in their African qualifying group.
With a population of just over half a million, Cape Verde becomes the second-smallest country by population ever to reach the men’s World Cup, second only to Iceland in 2018.
The win was staged in front of an electrified home crowd in Praia, with goals from Dailon Livramento, Willy Semedo, and Stopira sealing the qualification.
In the wake of this triumph, Cape Verde is basking in a new wave of international attention. The archipelago is being celebrated not only for its sporting achievement but also for its cultural charm and beauty. Local media and social platforms are abuzz with images of the island’s natural scenery, rich Creole heritage, and the proud faces of its people.
For Cape Verdeans, the World Cup qualification represents more than a football milestone — it is a statement: that even the smallest nations can make the world stage, with heart, unity, and resilience.
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