Analyzing the chances of the Cape Verde national team, also known as "Cape Verde," to reach the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup after their stunning unbeaten performances against Spain and Uruguay.
On 22 Jun 2026 GMT+7, an analysis of the Cape Verde national team's chances to reach the Round of 32 in the 2026 World Cup after their remarkable performances against Spain and Uruguay. They held Spain to a 0-0 draw and ended with a 2-2 draw against Uruguay.
The current situation in Group H has Spain leading with 4 points from 2 matches. Next are Uruguay and Cape Verde, both with 2 points from 2 matches, tied for third place. Saudi Arabia is fourth with 1 point from 2 matches. Although Uruguay is ahead of Cape Verde due to a better goal difference by more than one goal, Uruguay faces Spain in the final match, while Cape Verde faces Saudi Arabia, a comparatively less formidable opponent.
This means Cape Verde's chances of reaching the Round of 32 are very high if they beat Saudi Arabia, which would guarantee at least second place in the group. If they draw, they must rely on the outcome of the Uruguay versus Spain match to determine advancement. If they lose, their chances of elimination are very high.
However, another important factor is that the top two teams from each group will automatically advance to the Round of 32 in the 2026 World Cup. Additionally, the best eight teams finishing third in their groups will also qualify for the next round.