Cape Verde's national team is in the World Cup and fans in Rio are gathering to watch the games. With actor Paulo Lessa and activist Dom Filó, the Cape Verdean community comes together at Casa Savana.

What's happening?

The fans of Cape Verde's national team have been gathering to watch the team's first World Cup games.

Why is it important?

The chosen location is the cultural space Casa Savana, which is in the city center, in an area known as Little Africa. Married to a Cape Verdean, actor Paulo Lessa is one of the fans who has been attending the location on game days.

What do the fans say?

— The location is traditionally for samba and many parties. They have received the Cape Verdean community with open arms. We hold community and friend meetings, and Brazilians also come to watch the games, since Cape Verde has become the darling of the World Cup — says the actor.

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2026World Cup

What's next?

Cape Verde's national team continues in the World Cup and the fans in Rio continue gathering to watch the games.