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Cape Verde — World Cup 2026

Group H · Model Elo 1686 · Founded 1978 · Estádio Nacional de Cabo Verde

Cape Verde are in Group H. Our model rates their title chance at 0.0% (Elo strength 1686, reaching the knockout stage 23% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.

About Cape Verde

Cape Verde are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group H. The national side was founded in 1978. They play home matches at the Estádio Nacional de Cabo Verde in Praia, Cape Verde, which seats 15,000.

Record

Cape Verde have played 234 internationals since 1959, winning 89 for a 38.0% win rate (89W 56D 89L, 258 goals for / 262 against).

Recent form

Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).

Group H Fixtures & Predictions

Spain vs Cape Verde · Jun 15 · most likely 4–0
Spain 96% Draw 3% Cape Verde 1%
Uruguay vs Cape Verde · Jun 21 · most likely 2–0
Uruguay 77% Draw 15% Cape Verde 8%
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia · Jun 27 · most likely 1–1
Cape Verde 38% Draw 26% Saudi Arabia 36%

FAQ

Which group is Cape Verde in at the 2026 World Cup?

Cape Verde are in Group H.

What are Cape Verde's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?

Our model gives Cape Verde a 0.0% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 1686.

When was the Cape Verde national football team founded?

1978.

Where do Cape Verde play their home matches?

At the Estádio Nacional de Cabo Verde in Praia, Cape Verde (capacity 15,000).

What is Cape Verde's all-time record?

Cape Verde have played 234 internationals, winning 89 (38.0%). At the World Cup they have 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats from 0 matches.

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