Cape Verde earned entry in the elimination round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The side came out on top in the group on Friday and moved into the round of 32.
This marks the island nation’s debut at this stage.
The draw will slot Cape Verde among twenty‑seven fellow qualifiers that have also qualified.
The tournament will go on in North America later this summer.
Fans in Praia rejoiced over the win on the streets.
The following fixture will decide the opponent for Cape Verde in the last‑16 round.