Cape Verde Becomes Smallest Nation to Reach World Cup Knockouts
Cape Verde completed an improbable group stage run by drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia to secure a place in the World Cup knockout phase. The small island nation became the smallest country ever to reach the Round of 16, having previously drawn with Spain and Uruguay.
This historic achievement marks a significant milestone for the team in their first major tournament appearance.
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