Cape Verde secured a spot in the finals bracket of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The side came out on top in the group on Friday and moved into the round of 32.
This represents the island nation’s initial showing at this stage.
The draw will place Cape Verde among twenty‑seven additional sides that have also qualified.
The tournament will continue in North America later this summer.
Fans in Praia cheered the success on the streets.
The next match will set the opponent for Cape Verde in the last‑16 round.