Cape Verde begin their first-ever World Cup adventure with a Group H clash against European champions Spain, and manager Bubista said he wants his team to not only ​enjoy the tournament and show their country to the world,

Campanelli Stadium in Brockton will host official FIFA World Cup watch parties later this month, highlighting the historic participation of Haiti and Cape Verde.

As one of the favorites, Spain will open the 2026 World Cup against Cape Verde this coming June 15. For the occasion, the official referee appointed to oversee the match will be Adham Makhadmeh. The Jordanian will officiate the match alongside his assistants Mohammad Alkalaf and Ahmad Alroalle.

Lopes is Dublin born and bred. His mother is Irish and his father hails from the tiny nation made up of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of West Africa. As the only