# Cape Verde’s Underdog World Cup Run

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-06-27T06:10:58+00:00
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Cape Verde, the smallest nation ever to reach the World Cup knockout stage, stunned the world by drawing all three group matches and advancing on sheer grit and determination. With a population of just over half a million, they held mighty teams like Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia to scoreless ties, led by the legendary 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha, whose clutch saves became the heartbeat of their campaign. Coach Bubista hailed his squad as proof that size doesn’t matter when heart and hard work collide. Now, they face Argentina in Miami on July 3rd — a dream matchup for a team that turned impossible into inevitable. Their underdog story isn’t just inspiring; it’s proof that passion can conquer any odds on the global stage. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/52c50f0bf0d67b9a

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