Of the 182 goals scored (until then) at this FIFA World Cup, Dembélé's hat trick goal was the first to see all 11 players involved in the move. 2. Dembélé 's hat trick
Uruguay bow out of the World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Spain, a result that allows La Roja to finish the group unbeaten and condemns La Celeste to elimination, paving the way for Cape Verde’s historic qualification.
Saudi Arabia's Nawaf Bu Washl (13) battles for the ball with Cape Verde's Dailon Livramento (19) during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
From Cape Verde to Uruguay — and from Messi to Ronaldo — the 2026 World Cup has had its share of surprises and disappointments.
Ahead of a Round of 32 meeting with defending champion Argentina, Cape Verde fans produced one of the tournament's most memorable displays by dressing two goats in jerseys bearing the name of veteran goalkeeper Vozinha.
A long term vision by drawing on diaspora talent base, self belief and free hand to coach Bubista have been key factors
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