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Former international and young Portuguese selector Oceano Cruz believes cohesion is key to Cape Verde's success in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.
What's at stake?
The Cape Verde team, led by Oceano Cruz, faces Argentina, the world champion and two-time South American champion, on Friday at 18:00 local time.
How did we get here?
Cape Verde advanced to the knockout stage after drawing with Spain, the 2010 winner, and Uruguay, the 1930 and 1950 winner.
What does Oceano Cruz say?
Oceano Cruz, born in São Vicente, one of the 10 islands in the country, told the Lusa agency that Argentina is a team in top form and that Cape Verde will have a very difficult task.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Argentina | - |
Cape Verde needs this result to advance in the competition. The people who manage the team and the government have to believe more in football and create infrastructure.
What's next?
The Cape Verde team will play against Argentina at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, USA. The game is highly anticipated and fans are eager to see how the team will perform against one of the best teams in the world.
Oceano Cruz believes that cohesion is key to the team's success. He said that the whole team plays well and that Cape Verde has to respect the opponent, play as a team, and take advantage of the opportunities they will have.
