Cape Verde have created football history by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the second smallest nation ever to achieve the feat from the African continent.
The 2026 World Cup will be hosted across the USA, Canada, and Mexico, and Cape Verde secured their spot through the CAF qualifiers – Group D.
In their decisive match yesterday, Cape Verde defeated Eswatini by 3–0, sealing direct qualification to the grand tournament.
The island nation, made up of 10 volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean, has a population of just 525,000 people — making their achievement nothing short of remarkable.
This marks a historic milestone not just for Cape Verdean football, but for African football as a whole, showcasing how even the smallest nations can rise to the biggest stages of the game.
