Cape Verde secured a 2-2 draw against Uruguay in their World Cup group-stage match, defying expectations and continuing their surprising run in the tournament.
The result marks another significant upset for the island nation, which sits at 67th in the FIFA rankings, as they managed to hold off a favored Uruguay side.
The match was defined by a critical error from the Uruguayan goalkeeper, which allowed Cape Verde to level the score and ultimately share the points.
Veteran goalkeeper Vozinha, a 40-year-old Instagram star and key figure for Cape Verde, was instrumental in the defense, helping his team secure a result that mirrors their earlier shock performance against Spain.
This outcome intensifies the competition in the group, as Uruguay, entering as clear favorites, failed to secure a full three points.
For Cape Verde, the draw reinforces their status as one of the tournament's standout underdogs, having already demonstrated the ability to compete with top-tier nations.