In a football landscape increasingly dominated by substantial financial investments (in dollars, euros, pounds, and reais), the 2026 FIFA World Cup has proven that “dreaming is free.”
It all began on June 11, when Mexico and South Africa launched this historic tournament featuring a record 48 teams, marking a new chapter for players, coaches, and fans alike.
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June 26 will forever hold a place in Cape Verde’s history.
In their inaugural World Cup appearance, the African national team advanced from the group stage after playing to a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia, and thanks to Uruguay‘s narrow 1-0 loss to Spain.
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Social media buzzed with excitement over Cape Verde’s “fairy tale” journey—a nation with a population of just over 500,000, led by goalkeeper Vozinha, who became the star of the show following the 0-0 draw against Spain in their opening match.
Inspiring stories are unfolding daily, reminding us of the global unity that the World Cup fosters every four years!
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Thank you, football!
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