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.

The platform HelloCaboVerde.com will provide continuous coverage of this event of major relevance, disseminating up-to-date information about the tournament and offering guidance to supporters who intend to travel to attend the matches of the national team, affectionately known as the “Blue Sharks.”
Cabo Verde has been drawn into a highly competitive group, which also includes the national teams of Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia, further underscoring both the importance and the challenge of this historic participation.
The Cape Verdean national team’s first match is scheduled for 15 June, against Spain, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia (USA). The second match will take place on 21 June at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami (USA). The third and final group-stage match will be played on 26 June, against Saudi Arabia, at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas (USA).
Cabo Verde’s participation in the 2026 World Cup constitutes not only a source of national pride but also a unique opportunity for international projection of the country, its sporting talent, and its cultural identity.