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How Cape Verde Shocked the World to Reach 2026
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How Cape Verde Shocked the World to Reach 2026

Cape Verde reach the World Cup, Yves Bissouma’s injury frustrates Spurs and AI helps a player seal his own contract

Cape Verde have made history - becoming the second smallest nation ever to qualify for a men’s World Cup. We break down how a country of just 500,000 people, led by long-time coach Bubista, defied the odds with smart scouting, a united team, and even a player found via LinkedIn.

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