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.
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