🇨🇻Cape Verde
Cape Verde compete in Group H at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, opening against Spain on 15 June at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
World Cup history
The 2026 tournament is Cape Verde's first-ever FIFA World Cup.
Road to 2026
In CAF qualifying, Cape Verde finished 1st in 2026 FIFA World Cup¤ CAF Qualifying - Group D with 23 points from 10 games (7W 2D 1L), scoring 16 and conceding 8.
10
Pld
7
W
2
D
1
L
23
Pts
Group fixtures
- vs Spain15 Jun · Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- vs Uruguay21 Jun · Hard Rock Stadium
- vs Saudi Arabia27 Jun · NRG Stadium
Group H
Frequently asked
What group are Cape Verde in at the 2026 World Cup?
Cape Verde are in Group H, alongside Saudi Arabia, Spain and Uruguay.
When is Cape Verde's first match at the 2026 World Cup?
Cape Verde open their campaign against Spain on 15 June at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
How did Cape Verde qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
In CAF qualifying, Cape Verde finished 1st in 2026 FIFA World Cup¤ CAF Qualifying - Group D with 23 points from 10 games (7W 2D 1L), scoring 16 and conceding 8.
Squad
26-player provisional squad
