Introduction

Yesterday, Uruguay faced Cape Verde in the World Cup 2026 group stage at Miami Gardens Stadium.

The match was historic as Cabo Verde remained unbeaten in their World Cup 2026 appearance.

In this match, Cabo Verde played their second-ever World Cup match and scored their first goals in World Cup history, making the occasion even more memorable.

The result positions them favorably, with a win or draw against Saudi Arabia in their final group game potentially enough to qualify for the knockout stages.

Historic Night for Cabo Verde

Despite facing one of South America’s strongest teams, Cabo Verde once again showed resilience and discipline.

Kevin Pina opened the scoring in the 21st minute, recording Cabo Verde’s first-ever World Cup goal.

Uruguay responded through Maximiliano Araújo in the 44th minute and Agustín Canobbio in first-half stoppage time.

However, Cabo Verde refused to give up, and Hélio Varela scored in the 61st minute to secure a historic 2-2 draw.

Match Statistics

Expected Goals (xG)

• Uruguay: 0.89
• Cabo Verde: 2.32

Possession

• Uruguay: 65%
• Cabo Verde: 35%

Shots on Goal

• Uruguay: 2
• Cabo Verde: 4

Big Chances Created

• Uruguay: 0
• Cabo Verde: 1

Accurate Passes

• Uruguay: 420 (82%)
• Cabo Verde: 205 (74%)

Duels Won

• Uruguay: 47
• Cabo Verde: 55

Saves

• Uruguay: 0
• Cabo Verde: 2

Fouls Committed

• Uruguay: 11
• Cabo Verde: 4

The statistics highlight how effective Cabo Verde were despite having only 35% possession. Uruguay controlled the ball for most of the match, but Cabo Verde created the better chances, won more duels, and showed incredible determination throughout the game.

Remarkable Achievement

For a nation of just over half a million people, remaining unbeaten after two World Cup matches is already a remarkable achievement. Now, Cabo Verde stand one result away from potentially reaching the knockout stages and writing another chapter in their incredible World Cup story.