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Here is Cape Verde's World Cup group stage opponents, which stadiums they will play at, and the times for the games.
Cape Verde, officially known as Cabo Verde, secured a historic first-ever FIFA World Cup qualification by finishing at the top of a highly competitive CAF qualifying group
The Cape Verde national team held their World Cup send off at Centreville Bank Stadium this afternoon.
Cape Verde qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by finishing at the top of Group D in CAF qualifying, finishing four points ahead of Cameroon. In ten matches, the team won seven with two draws, and recorded a goal difference of +8.
World Cup Group H includes Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay; matches to take place in Zapopan, Mexico and USA cities Atalanta, Miami and Houston
Migration is woven into the story of the small African nation of Cape Verde and its national soccer team, raising concern about who can attend the tournament.
Spain is the favorites to win the 2026 World Cup and begins their journey in Group H play with Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.