Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates with teammates after the 2-2 draw with Uruguay. AFPCape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates with teammates after the 2-2 draw with Uruguay. AFPTiny African nation grabs second point of tournament following 2-2 draw with Uruguay
Cape Verde held Uruguay 2-2 in Miami, earning a second point after earlier drawing with Spain to remain unbeaten on their World Cup finals debut.
Kevin Pina’s 30-yard free-kick and substitute Helio Varela’s leveller underpinned a resilient display against the two-time champions.
A draw against Saudi Arabia in Houston could be enough to reach the Round of 32, while victory would guarantee progression.
Bubista urged focus and respect for the next opponents, emphasising national pride, culture and the legitimacy of ambitions after two laudable results.
