Crew Defender to Represent Cape Verde at the World Cup
Cape Verde’s 26-player roster includes veteran goalkeeper Vozinha and striker Dailon Livramento as the Blue Sharks prepare for their World Cup debut.
- On Monday, May 18, 2026, Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalić announced the nation's full 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which begins on June 11 in North America.
- Qualification was secured on November 14, 2025, after defeating the Faroe Islands 3-1, as the team topped their group with 26 goals in ten games, conceding only four.
- Captain Luka Modrić headlines the roster, preparing for his fifth World Cup appearance, alongside veterans Ivan Perišić and Andrej Kramarić and defender Joško Gvardiol.
- Facing 1966 champions England on June 17 in Arlington, Texas, the team opens Group L play seeking to build on their 2018 runner-up and 2022 third-place finishes.
- Advancing from Group L requires a top-two finish or qualifying as one of eight best third-placed teams, positioning the squad to improve on their 2022 third-place result.
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Led by Vozinha and Ryan Mendes, the 'Blue Sharks' will face a tough schedule in Group H against Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.
Columbus Crew defender selected for first World Cup appearance for debut nation
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Crew defender Steven Moreira will represent Cape Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being selected to the final 26-man roster by head coach Pedro Brito “Bubista.”
Cape Verde's soccer World Cup selector has summoned seven players to play in Portuguese clubs. Cape Verde will debut in the competition in front of Spain in Atlanta on June 15.
Cape Verde travels to the World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico with six Dutch-born players. The African island group makes its World Cup debut in a group with Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
Cape Verde Announces Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Cape Verde has announced its full 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It’s the country’s debut at a FIFA World Cup. After seven attempts, the country finally secured its first-ever World Cup qualification.Head coach and former player Pedro Leitão Brito, better known as Bubista, announced the full squad earlier today. Team captain Ryan Mendes is the natural leader of the team. The 36-year-old Iğdır F.K. striker is the country’s all-time …
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