- 3d ago
Spanish biologist names newly discovered sea slug after Cape Verde World Cup hero Vozinha
The 4 mm red mollusc, discovered in the Caribbean, is a tribute to the 40-year-old goalkeeper who kept a clean sheet against Spain and took Cape Verde to the Round of 32.
- Jul 5
Thousands welcome Cape Verde's Blue Sharks home after debut World Cup run
Tens of thousands of fans packed Praia's airport on Sunday to greet Cape Verde's national football team, back from a debut World Cup that saw the tiny island nation hold Spain and push Argentina to extra time.
- Jun 28
Cape Verde makes history: smallest nation ever reaches World Cup last 32 after goalless draw with Saudi Arabia
The island nation of around 500,000 people finished second in Group 8 behind Spain after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia, advancing undefeated and becoming the smallest country by population to ever reach the World Cup knockout phase.
- Jun 27
Cape Verde reaches World Cup last 16 in historic debut as Belgium, Spain, Senegal also advance
First-time World Cup participants Cape Verde secured a remarkable spot in the round of 16 after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia, while Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 to top their group and Spain edged out Uruguay.
- Jun 17
Mother of Cape Verde's World Cup hero goalkeeper Vozinha granted US visa to attend Uruguay match after bond waived
Ana Candida Evora missed her son's stunning performance against Spain due to a $15,000 visa bond requirement; intervention by US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Secretary of State Marco Rubio has waived fees and arranged travel for Sunday's match in Miami.
