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National TeamCape Verde internationals in club action across Europe
Several Cape Verde internationals featured for their clubs across Europe last week, with Wagner Pina and Sidny Lopes Cabral playing full matches in a Trabzonspor win.
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National TeamCAF restores AFCON to biennial schedule, impacting Cape Verde
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved the return of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to a biennial schedule, reversing a decision made less than a year ago, with president Patrice Motsepe citing the financial sustainability of African football.
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National TeamDavid Moreira returns to Cape Verde national team squad
The 22-year-old left-back has been called up by selector Humberto Bettencourt for November's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Liberia.
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National TeamCape Verde internationals feature in key club matches
Several Cape Verde internationals featured for their clubs between 23 and 27 October, with Wagner Pina and Sidny Lopes Cabral involved in Trabzonspor's 4-3 win.
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National TeamCape Verde internationals feature in key European club wins
Cape Verde internationals Wagner Pina and Sidny Lopes Cabral played key roles in Trabzonspor's wins in Turkey and the Europa Conference League this week.
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National TeamCape Verde internationals in club action across Europe
Cape Verde's international players were active for their clubs this week, highlighted by Wagner Pina's European win with Trabzonspor and draws for Logan Costa and Jamiro Monteiro.
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National TeamStopira bids farewell to Cape Verde national team after 18 years and 63 caps
The defender announced his international retirement exactly one year after scoring the historic goal that secured Cape Verde's 2026 World Cup qualification.
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National TeamStopira retires from Cape Verde national team after 18 years
The 38-year-old defender, who scored one of the goals in the historic 2026 World Cup qualification, ends an international career spanning 63 caps and four goals.
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National TeamCape Verde hosts CAF high-level conference to shape African football's future
Cape Verde hosted CAF's strategic conference to analyse Africa's 2026 World Cup success and plan for 2030, with president Patrice Motsepe leading discussions in Santa Maria.
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National TeamCape Verde drop four places in FIFA world ranking after losses
Cape Verde have fallen from 64th to 68th in the FIFA world ranking, losing 29.39 points after defeats to Mali and Rwanda in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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National TeamDjé Tavares returns with high spirits after Cape Verde debut
The 24-year-old midfielder made his first appearance for the national team in two defeats but returns to Santa Clara motivated after starting against Rwanda.
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Match reportCape Verde lose at home to Rwanda in Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
Cape Verde's national team lost 2-1 to Rwanda at the Estádio Nacional in Praia, remaining without a point in Group K of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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National TeamCape Verde lose two straight to start AFCON qualifying
Cape Verde lost to Mali (3-1) and Rwanda (2-1) in their first two AFCON qualifiers, with goalkeeper Vozinha's errors damaging the team's tournament hopes.
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National TeamUniversity of Coimbra to honour Cape Verde national team and sign Liga Portugal deal
The University of Coimbra will honour the Cape Verde national football team and sign a cooperation agreement with Liga Portugal on October 1, following their historic 2026 World Cup run.
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PreviewCape Verde host Rwanda in key AFCON qualifier
Cape Verde need a home win against Rwanda to reignite their 2026 Africa Cup of Nations qualification hopes after a losing start to the group stage.
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National TeamCape Verde recall World Cup heroes for AFCON qualifiers
Cape Verde's manager has called up all 21 players who featured for over 30 minutes at the 2026 World Cup for the upcoming AFCON qualification matches.
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Match reportCape Verde lose 3-1 to Mali in AFCON qualifying opener
Cape Verde's 2026 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign began with a 3-1 defeat away to Mali, with a costly error from goalkeeper Vozinha proving key.
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National TeamJójó returns to Cape Verde squad for Mali friendly
The 25-year-old right-back is called up after Steven Moreira's injury, strengthening the Blue Sharks' defence for Friday's friendly and their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign.
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National TeamBettencourt names Ayoni Santos and Dje Tavares in first Cape Verde squad
New head coach Humberto Bettencourt has named his first Cape Verde squad for AFCON qualifiers against Mali and Rwanda, calling up midfielders Ayoni Santos and José Tavares 'Dje'.
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National TeamCape Verde's Vozinha nominated for Yashin after historic World Cup
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been nominated for the Yashin Trophy following his legendary 2026 World Cup campaign that saw the national team reach the Round of 32.
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National TeamMário Semedo elected WAFU-A leader, boosting Cape Verde football's global profile
Mário Semedo, FCF president, elected WAFU-A Zone A leader with backing from President Neves, as Cape Verde battles in 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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National TeamCape Verde's World Cup run remembered as Messi retires
Cape Verde's historic 2026 World Cup run, including their epic match against Argentina, is remembered following Lionel Messi's international retirement after facing the Blue Sharks.
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TransfersCape Verde stars Sidny and Vozinha secure transfers after World Cup
Defender Sidny Lopes Cabral moved from Benfica to Trabzonspor and 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha signed for Colo-Colo following Cape Verde's historic 2026 World Cup campaign.
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National TeamCape Verde's World Cup classic vs Argentina in Messi retirement
Cape Verde's dramatic 2026 World Cup match against Argentina is highlighted as an all-time classic following Lionel Messi's international retirement.