Cape Verde Reach First World Cup After Fairytale Qualifying Run
Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup on Monday, beating Eswatini 3-0 in their last group match to top the standings ahead of Cameroon.
The West African side will become the second-smallest nation by population to play at the World Cup finals.
- They overcame first-half nerves to win in Praia with second-half goals from Dailon Livramento, Willy Semedo and veteran Stopira.
- Cape Verde finished Group D on 23 points, four ahead of Cameroon, who were held at home to a goalless draw by Angola.
Cameroon has the most World Cup finals appearances by an African country, with eight previous appearances.
Cape Verde booked a first-ever appearance at the finals.
Author's summary: Cape Verde qualifies for World Cup.