The Cape Verde national team faces Saudi Arabia in the World Cup. Defender Roberto Lopes is one of the pillars of the African team.

Who is Roberto Lopes?

Born in Dublin, Lopes built his career in Irish football and played for Shamrock Rovers. The turning point came in 2018, when coach Rui Águas discovered him on LinkedIn.

How was the discovery?

Rui Águas sent a message to Lopes, who ignored it the first time but responded quickly on the second attempt.

What's next?

Lopes now plays for the Cape Verde national team and is seeking a spot in the World Cup knockout stage. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 04/26 | Saudi Arabia | - | Lopes' career is an example of how LinkedIn can change a professional's life.