An island nation of just over half a million inhabitants, Cape Verde pulled off the unthinkable by reaching the last 32.

World Cup 2026 Cape Verde face reigning champions Argentina in Miami, the smallest nation by population ever to reach a World Cup knockout round.

An island nation of just over half a million inhabitants, Cape Verde pulled off the unthinkable by reaching the last 32.

Cabo Verde advances to the World Cup Round of 32. Elimination by Argentina at 91.5% YES.