June 22, 2026
Cape Verde’s forward #26 Helio Varela celebrates with teammates after scoring his team’s second goal during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Uruguay and Cape Verde at the Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens on June 21, 2026. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA / AFP)
Cape Verde continued their historic FIFA World Cup journey with another remarkable performance, holding two-time champions Uruguay to a thrilling 2-2 draw in a dramatic Group H encounter.
The African debutants showed courage, discipline and attacking quality as they secured another valuable point against one of football’s traditional powerhouses, keeping their hopes of progressing alive.
Cape Verde shocked Uruguay early in the contest when Kevin Pina scored their first-ever World Cup goal with a stunning free-kick, sending their supporters into celebration.
