Cape Verde Draw 2-2 With Uruguay in FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H Match
Cape Verde, making their FIFA World Cup debut, secured a 2-2 draw against two-time champions Uruguay in a Group H match in Miami. Kevin Pina scored Cape Verde's first-ever World Cup goal from a free-kick, with Helio Varela later equalizing after Uruguay had taken a 2-1 lead through Maxi Araujo and Agustin Canobbio. The result follows Cape Verde's earlier goalless draw against Spain, boosting their chances to reach the knockout stage. The team's goalkeeper Vozinha, noted for key saves, was supported by the arrival of his mother after visa issues. Cape Verde now face Saudi Arabia in their final group match, while Uruguay must beat Spain to advance.