Cabo Verde will be at the center of African football attention when the senior women's national team competes in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled in Morocco from 17 March to 3 April 2026.
Read more: Cabo Verde: Historic Qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations
Cabo Verde has, for the first time in its history, secured qualification for the FIFA World Cup, the 2026 edition of which will be jointly hosted by Mexico, the United States of America, and Canada. This historic achievement represents a significant milestone for national sport, reflecting the development, competitiveness, and consolidation of Cape Verdean football on the international stage.
Read more: Cabo Verde at the 2026 World Cup: Dates, Matches, and Essential Information