Cape Verde Qualifies for FIFA 2026 World Cup, Second-Smallest Nation to Reach Tournament

Cape Verde secured a spot in the FIFA 2026 World Cup by defeating Eswatini 3-0, making them the second-smallest nation to qualify for the tournament. The victory came after a draw against Libya and placed Cape Verde at the top of their qualifying group.

This achievement follows their quarter-final appearance in 2013 and their current 70th world ranking. Cape Verde joins other African nations like Ghana, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria in booking a ticket to the upcoming competition.