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Another World Cup stunner: Cape Verde gets 1st goal of tournament and holds Uruguay to 2-2 draw

Cape Verde secured a 2-2 draw against Uruguay on Sunday in Miami Gardens, Florida. The team overcame an initial deficit to earn the result. This follows a previous victory against Spain in the expanded 48-team tournament.

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Cape Verde recorded its first ever World Cup goal and held Uruguay to a draw.

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  1. Cape Verde Draws 2-2 With Uruguay in First World Cup Appearance

    Cape Verde secured a 2-2 draw against Uruguay on Sunday in Miami Gardens, Florida. The team overcame an initial deficit to earn the result. This follows a previous victory against Spain in the expanded 48-team tournament.

    What's confirmed:

    • Cape Verde and Uruguay tied 2-2 on Sunday in Miami Gardens, Florida.
    • Kevin Pina scored Cape Verde's first ever World Cup goal on a free kick.
    • Helio Varela scored the equalizing goal for Cape Verde.
    • Cape Verde defeated Spain in a match last week.
    • The 2026 men's World Cup features 104 games across Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
    • The 2026 tournament is an expanded 48-team event.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Cape Verde coach Pedro Leitão Brito believes the squad can reach the knockout stage.
    • Uruguay's Bielsa-ball is in danger of failing at the World Cup.
    • FOX commentator JP Dellacamera provided poor announcing during the match.
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