Cape Verde Reach First World Cup
Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup, beating Eswatini 3-0 and topping the standings ahead of Cameroon.
They will become the second-smallest nation by population to play at the World Cup finals.
- Second-half goals from Dailon Livramento, Willy Semedo, and veteran Stopira secured the win.
- Cape Verde finished Group D on 23 points, four ahead of Cameroon.
Cameroon, with eight previous World Cup finals appearances, were held to a goalless draw by Angola.
Cape Verde's fairytale campaign has led to their first-ever appearance at the World Cup finals.
Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup on Monday, beating Eswatini 3-0 in their last group match.
Author's summary: Cape Verde reaches the World Cup for the first time.