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National TeamCape Verde friendly with India faces roadblock, Vozinha unlikely
A report from NDTV Profit suggests a planned friendly between Cape Verde and India is at risk, with goalkeeper Vozinha's participation now considered unlikely.
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National TeamCape Verde and Capelli Sport announce 2026 World Cup deal
The Cape Verde national team has partnered with American brand Capelli Sport to supply kits for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification and tournament campaign.
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National TeamIndia friendly in doubt, Vozinha unlikely to visit
An NDTV Profit report states Cape Verde's friendly against India faces a roadblock, with goalkeeper Vozinha unlikely to make the trip.
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OpinionWorld Cup fame tests Cape Verde tourism capacity
Cape Verde's historic 2026 World Cup run sparked massive global interest, testing the archipelago's tourism infrastructure and economic readiness for a surge in visitors.
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Match reportCape Verde to play India in October friendly
Cape Verde's national team is set to travel to India for an international friendly on October 6, following their Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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OpinionCape Verde: The World Cup Phenomenon
Cape Verde stunned the world at the 2026 World Cup, with 200,000 people celebrating in the capital Praia. The team, nicknamed the Blue Sharks, was eliminated by Argentina 3-2 after 120 minutes of play.
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OpinionAlberto Mota Gomes, Cape Verde’s First National Coach, Dies at 91
Alberto Mota Gomes, former international player and Cape Verde’s first national coach, died on Monday at 91 years old after a prolonged illness. The news was announced by Clube Desportivo Travadores.
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OpinionKourtney Jade: Birthday Party in Cape Town
American mom Kourtney Jade shares on TikTok how South African community transformed her son’s 3rd birthday celebration in Cape Town.
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OpinionCape Town Tops World's Most Beautiful Cities List in 2026
In 2026, a survey of 24,000 residents ranked Cape Town as the most beautiful city in the world, with 86% approval, surpassing Edinburgh and Sydney.
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National TeamAlberto Mota Gomes, Cape Verde's First Coach, Dies at 91
Alberto Mota Gomes, Cape Verde's first national coach, died at 91 in 2024. The former player and geoscience professor was honored by the government with the Medal of Professional Merit.
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OpinionCape Verde Receives International Football Award
Cape Verde received an international award for football development on 21 August 2026. The award recognized the country’s progress in the sport.
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OpinionSeven Western Cape Teens Win NASA Space Design Competition
Seven Western Cape students won NASA's International Space Settlement Design Competition in 2023, becoming the first African team to compete at Kennedy Space Center. Led by Benjamin Honigwachs and including Dean Weich, Zayaan Abdurahman, Joseph Allderman, Ethan Schoombee, Alaya Kaplen and Qayalah Omar, the team designed the Hermes spacecraft, intended to carry 3,000 passengers to Mercury.
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National TeamVozinha Awaiting Debut at Colo‑Colo After Arrival in Chile
Veteran goalkeeper Josimar José Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, arrived in Chile on August 2 and, despite signing an 18‑month contract with a monthly salary of US$50,000, has yet to debut for Colo‑Colo.
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Match reportCape Verde may face India on Oct 6 after 2026 World Cup
Cape Verde may play a friendly against India on Oct 6, 2026, a few days after the World Cup. Match still unconfirmed.
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National TeamCape Verde appoints new coach after Bubista
Cape Verde Football Federation announced the appointment of new coach, Humberto Bettencourt, who will succeed Pedro Brito Bubista. Bettencourt has extensive experience in training and has worked with the Cape Verde national team.
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Match reportLéo Santana makes debut in Cape Verde and receives honor in the country: 'It's enormous happiness to live this moment'
Cape Verdean singer Léo Santana made his debut in Cape Verde at the Festival Baía das Gatas and received an honor from the President of the Municipal Chamber of São Vicente, Augusto Neves, and the President of the National Assembly, Janira Hopffer Almada.
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National TeamCape Verde central to FIFA plan: Infantino defends investment and rebuts UEFA criticism
Cape Verde cited by Infantino as FIFA Forward success example. FIFA president defends new investment proposal and rebuts UEFA criticism.
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OpinionCape Verde's Leadership: Lessons from the World Cup
Cape Verde won the world over with their courage and leadership, despite not winning any titles. Learn from the success lessons of the Cape Verde national team at the World Cup.
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Match reportCape Verde stun the world and reach Round of 16 at 2026 World Cup
Cape Verde, with just 560,000 people, made history at the 2026 World Cup: three draws, a win over South Korea and a heroic exit against Argentina. Vozinha shone in the opener vs Spain.
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TransfersVozinha, Cape Verde's star, prepares for new adventure
Cape Verde's star goalkeeper Vozinha is set to sign with Chile's Colo-Colo for 18 months.
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TransfersCape Verde star Vozinha joins South American club after World Cup standout
Cape Verde's World Cup 2026 star Vozinha joins South American club. Details on the transfer and what it means for the national team.
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TransfersGrêmio Signs Cape Verdean Attacker
Grêmio Signs Cape Verdean Attacker Who Played in the World Cup
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Match reportCape Verde redraws football's map
Cape Verde, the island nation, challenges football's hierarchy by arriving at the World Cup with a well-organized, brave and technically assured team.
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National TeamChina denies rejecting Cape Verde's friendly match invitation
China denies rejecting Cape Verde's friendly match invitation. The African team, which impressed at the 2026 World Cup, is at the center of speculation about a potential match against China.