Cape Verde seeks first World Cup win against Saudi Arabia

Cape Verde's national team, debutants at the FIFA World Cup 2026, entered Group H with a 0‑0 draw against Spain and a 2‑2 stalemate with Uruguay. On 26 June 2026 they will face Saudi Arabia at Seattle’s NRG Stadium, aiming for their first tournament victory and a chance to reach the round of 16. The match is broadcast across multiple platforms in South America, and both sides have announced full squad lists ahead of the encounter.

A win would mark a historic milestone for the archipelago, whose population of just over half a million has followed the team's surprising early performances.