FIFA President Congratulates Cape Verde for World Cup Qualification, Nigeria Awaits Fate

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated Cape Verde for securing a spot in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Eswatini. Nigeria is still in contention, with Cape Verde and Ghana already qualifying.

The historic qualification of Cape Verde marks their first-ever appearance in the tournament. Fans celebrated in the streets of Praia, the capital, with music and fireworks.

Nigeria recently won against Rwanda but faces uncertainty in the qualifiers.