Cape Verde qualify for World Cup Round of 32, set up date with Argentina

Cape Verde secured qualification for the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup on June 26, 2024, following a 2-2 draw against South Africa in their final Group H match. This result earned them second place in the group with 5 points, behind group winners South Africa who finished with 7 points. The draw was enough to see Cape Verde advance, marking a significant achievement for the island nation. Their performance in the group stage included a 1-0 victory over Morocco and a 1-1 draw with Colombia. Cape Verde's historic qualification now sets up a highly anticipated knockout stage match against Argentina, the reigning World Cup champions. The match is scheduled to take place on July 1, 2024, at the Lusail Stadium.