Could Cape Verde face Fiji at the 2026 World Cup? The idea was used by former Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeneß to criticize FIFA's plans. In statements to German site sport1, Hoeneß said FIFA president Gianni Infantino could watch this match if he insists on his controversial projects. ## What happened? Uli Hoeneß, Bayern's honorary president, attacked Gianni Infantino during an interview. He claimed Europe has the power to block FIFA's plans, including the sale of World Cup commercial rights. To mock, Hoeneß said: "If Infantino wants to watch Fiji vs Cape Verde, let him do it." ## Why does this matter for Cape Verde? Hoeneß's statement puts Cape Verde at the center of a FIFA controversy. Though the country qualified for the 2026 World Cup, the mention of a Fiji match was used as criticism of Infantino's leadership. ## What's next? FIFA has not yet responded to Hoeneß's criticism. Meanwhile, Cape Verde prepares for its first World Cup appearance, facing the challenge of proving its worth on the global stage.