Do You Remember 2026 World Cup Hero Vozinha? He Wishes You Didn’t The Cabo Verde star was propelled from obscurity to the Ballon d’Or ceremony guest list thanks to four games. Sports Illustrated · Sep 28
World Cup Hero Vozinha Gives Whiplash in Summer Transfer Saga The 40-year-old Cabo Verde goalkeeper rose to fame after heroic performances against Spain and Argentina in the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Aug 2
‘He won the World Cup!’ Dubliner Pico Lopes welcomed home to local club Children swarmed around the Cabo Verde international footballer to get a chance of an autograph, a selfie, or a high five. Evening Standard · Jul 25
How Spain and Argentina Reached the 2026 World Cup Final Spain and Argentina have taken wildly different routes to the showpiece event. Sports Illustrated · Jul 17
After historic World Cup success, why does Cabo Verde still grapple with identity issues? The island was a shining light for Africa at this year’s tournament, but its modern relationship with continental solidarity and oneness is far more complex The Guardian - UK · Jul 10
Argentina Comeback Entertained—But Serious Questions Asked About Champion’s Bid to Retain World Cup Lionel Messi and Co. were almost knocked out by Egypt after being scared by Cabo Verde. Sports Illustrated · Jul 7
‘Many Bad Things’—Lionel Messi Explains What Went Wrong for Argentina vs. Cabo Verde There was some rare tactical insight from Argentina’s captain after an almighty World Cup scare. Sports Illustrated · Jul 4
Every Celebrity Spotted Watching Lionel Messi, Argentina vs. Cabo Verde—World Cup Any chance to see Messi in action is readily snapped up by soccer fans with any level of fame. Sports Illustrated · Jul 3
Argentina vs. Cabo Verde—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats The 87th match of the 2026 World Cup sees Lionel Messi return to Miami. Sports Illustrated · Jul 3
Argentina vs. Cabo Verde—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Argentina’s World Cup defense continues in the round of 32 against the history-making debutant. Sports Illustrated · Jul 3
Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Cabo Verde: World Cup Round of 32 Lionel Scaloni’s strongest team earned a rest in Argentina’s final group game. Sports Illustrated · Jul 2
As Cabo Verde's fairytale journey continues at the FIFA World Cup, the tiny island just pulled off one of nature’s greatest comeback stories While Cabo Verde earns international attention for its inspiring FIFA World Cup journey, the island nation is also celebrating an extraordinary environmental achievement. A new study published in Biological Conservation reports that loggerhead turtle nesting activity on Boa Vista increased 80-fold between 1998 and 2024 following decades of conservation efforts. The Economic Times · Jun 29
FIFA World Cup 2026 current standings: Argentina, France, Mexico and Brazil top groups as Round of 32 begins from tomorrow; Check full knockout fixtures The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage has concluded, with 12 teams, including powerhouses like Brazil, Germany, and Argentina, securing top spots. Mexico and France achieved perfect nine-point records. Several traditional giants and emerging nations have advanced to the expanded 32-team knockout round, promising an exciting conclusion to the tournament. The Economic Times · Jun 28
Spain Must Rediscover Attacking Formula or World Cup Ghosts Seem Destined to Return La Roja won Group H comfortably but hasn’t been as convincing as other World Cup title contenders. Sports Illustrated · Jun 27
The Conversation · Jun 26 Uzbekistan’s World Cup appearance is a moment of pride and shows off central Asia’s peaceful development The expanded men’s World Cup in 2026 has given fans the chance to cheer on the exploits of first-time qualifiers, some of which many people might previously have struggled to locate on the map. Standout moments have already included Curaçao’s goal-keeping heroics in earning a draw against Ecuador and Cabo…
Sports Illustrated · Jun 26 Uruguay vs. Spain—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups The European champion is aiming to pile further misery on a struggling Uruguay.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 26 Cabo Verde vs. Saudi Arabia— World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Cabo Verde has been the success story of this summer’s World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 25 Spain Predicted Lineup vs. Uruguay—World Cup Group H Luis de la Fuente’s La Roja is well positioned to finish at the top of Group H.
The Economic Times · Jun 24 Something unexpected is happening to sea turtles, and scientists can’t fully explain it Sea turtle nesting study: Loggerhead sea turtles in Cabo Verde are nesting earlier, a sign of adaptation to warmer seas. However, this comes with a worrying trend: females are breeding less frequently and laying fewer eggs. Researchers believe declining food availability at sea is depleting their energy reserves, impacting reproduction.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 24 2026 World Cup Projected Bracket: It’s Opening Up for the USMNT With only one round of group stage games remaining, Mauricio Pochettino’s side could be in line for a relatively inviting run to the quarterfinals.
The Economic Times · Jun 23 FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches? Egypt made history with their maiden World Cup win, a 3-1 triumph over New Zealand, while Argentina and France solidified their knockout stage berths with dominant performances. Norway secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Senegal, boosting their progression hopes. Meanwhile, Belgium and Iran played out a goalless draw, and Uruguay…
The Economic Times · Jun 22 FIFA World Cup 2026: Cabo Verde set multiple WC records in 2-2 stalemate with Uruguay Debutants Cabo Verde stunned two-time champions Uruguay with a 2-2 draw in a World Cup thriller. The match saw the oldest starting goalkeeping duo in WC history. Cabo Verde also etched their name in the record books by scoring their first-ever World Cup goal from a free-kick, marking a historic…
Sports Illustrated · Jun 21 Spain Player Ratings vs. Saudi Arabia: Yamal Dazzles, World Cup Hopes Back on Track La Roja put the game beyond doubt early in the first half, courtesy of an inspired Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal’s rapid time brace.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 21 Why Spain Are Taking a Risk and Playing Lamine Yamal vs. Saudi Arabia The 18-year-old winger started on the bench in Spain’s World Cup opener against Cabo Verde.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 21 Spain vs. Saudi Arabia— World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Group H is evenly balanced after all four sides drew their opening fixtures.