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In the opening match of Group H of the 2026 World Cup, Cape Verde surprised the world with an early goal by Kevin Pina in the 7th minute at Lusail Stadium — the first upset of this edition and a testament to a disciplined, fast, and confident underdog team.
Cape Verde made history with a 1-0 victory over Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup group stage — their first time qualifying for the knockout round. The win surprised many, showcasing high defensive discipline and efficient counterattacks, while opening a real chance to advance to the next round. Uruguay, on the other hand, is in crisis after failing to defeat any African team in the World Cup since 1930.
On the tenth day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the public screening in Madrid's Plaza Mayor was cancelled due to extreme temperatures reaching 44°C — raising concerns about fan safety. At the same time, the Curaçao goalkeeper stole the spotlight with an outstanding performance against Iran, including critical saves and a penalty stop. Meanwhile, players such as Richie Laryea (Canada), Morten Just (Denmark), and Jhon Quiñones (Colombia) emerged as new names shocking with consistent performances — not just fill-ins, but real surprises of the tournament.
European champions Spain had to be content with a 0–0 draw against Cape Verde in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup in Chattanooga — a major surprise that affected the team's momentum. Head coach Luis de la Fuente gave the squad a day off for mental recovery, but a funny incident occurred when Borja Iglesias was not recognized by the hotel security. Now, Spain must beat Saudi Arabia on June 25 in Atlanta to keep their hopes of advancing to the knockout stage alive.
Jérémy Doku will miss the 2026 World Cup match between Belgium and Iran on Sunday due to a fever — a big blow for the red-and-yellow squad that relies on speed and surprise from its wings.