Cape Verde's national team lost to Argentina in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup and was eliminated from the tournament. The match took place in Miami Gardens. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
Goalkeeper Vozinha (1) applauded the fans as he left the pitch after the game. Head coach Bubista stood on the field, pleased with the team's performance. Cape Verde player Gilson Benchimol (9) reacted to the loss.
This is Cape Verde's first major achievement at a World Cup. The team qualified for the tournament and reached the round of 32. This has given a significant boost to football development in the country. The local football federation announced plans to improve infrastructure after the championship.
After the game, the team returned to their hotel in Miami. Players and coaches are hopeful for the future of Cape Verdean football. This success will help attract youth to sports and enhance the country's international prestige.