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Added Jun 22, 2026Image via The New York Times
This edition of the FIFA World Cup marks Cape Verde's debut on football's greatest international stage. Historically an underdog with limited exposure, their qualification has been a milestone for the island nation. Uruguay, a four-time World Cup winner and a football powerhouse, was expected to easily overcome Cape Verde in their opening match in Miami, Florida.
