July 3, 2026, 12:16 AM EDTBy Carlos Catire, Jesse Kirsch and Marlene LenthangMIAMI — All eyes are on Cape Verde as it prepares for its David vs. Goliath match against Argentina in the World Cup, but attention is also on the team’s captain, who has been accused of rape.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Cape Verde’s soccer team captain accused of rape, accuser’s attorney says
New Zealand police told NBC News “an allegation is under investigation” but wouldn’t confirm whether Ryan Mendes is a suspect. He hasn’t been charged.
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