Cape Verde’s Dual World Cup Triumph Fuels National Celebration
Cape Verde’s soccer and basketball teams celebrate historic World Cup achievements, coinciding with Independence Day, as the nation looks toward future sporting ambitions.
Jul 6, 2026
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