Why Ray Houghton has high hopes for Pico Lopes and his Cape Verde battlers as he draws similarities with Ireland's Italia '90 adventure - and reveals what he told the Dubliner after their heroics against Spain...
Not all heroes wear Capes - but an Irishman plays for one.
Gary Lineker aims dig at BBC during surprise ITV World Cup appearance
Gary Lineker made a surprise appearance on ITV during Saturday night’s World Cup coverage (ITV)
Gary Lineker could not resist a dig at the BBC...
Newcastle United respond to £75m Tottenham bid for Sandro Tonali
Tottenham have submitted a bid to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United (Copa/Getty)
Tottenham have submitted a £75 million bid to Newcastle...
Cape Verde's hero goalkeeper Vozinha said his mum could not afford US trip — but now she's there
Vozinha, who kept a clean sheet for Cape Verde against Spain, had said his mother could not attend the World Cup because of the high cost of...
Arsenal enter race to sign £50m midfielder after Manchester United approach
Crysencio Summerville is on Arsenal’s summer shortlist (Shutterstock)
Arsenal have joined the race with Manchester United to sign West Ham...
World Cup 2026: Marcelo Bielsa warns Uruguay against complacency ahead of Cape Verde clash
Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa has warned his players not to underestimate Cape Verde as La Celeste prepare for a crucial Group H clash that...
How much Man City will pay Chelsea to appoint Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca left Chelsea on New Year’s Day (Photo: Getty)
Chelsea are due to receive a significant financial settlement from Manchester City as...
Arsenal star leaps to Rodri's defence after World Cup criticism - 'We can’t blame him'
Spain endured a nightmare start to their World Cup campaign, having been held by Cape Verde in their opening game with Manchester City’s Rodri at...
World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal backs Spain to bounce back after Cape Verde shock
Spain star Lamine Yamal remains confident that La Roja will prove why they are considered one of the favourites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
Liverpool send scouts to watch World Cup star as Barcelona transfer bid rejected
New Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola (Picture: Getty)
Liverpool have sent scouts to watch Colorado Rapids defender Lucas Herrington, with Barcelona...
Ipswich considered hiring Man Utd legend before appointing Gary O’Neil
Gary O’Neil has been in charge of Strasbourg (Photo: Getty)
Ipswich Town are close to appointing Gary O’Neil as their new head coach to replace...
Kenny Rocha Santos: AS Nancy eye move for Cape Verde midfielder from FC Rouen 1899
Cape Verde central midfielder Kenny Rocha Santos is being linked with a move from French third-tier side FC Rouen 1899 to Ligue 2 club AS Nancy,...
Spain vs Saudi Arabia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Spain will feel they have a point to prove against Saudi Arabia in Group H after a disappointing opening draw with Cape Verde at World Cup 2026....
Uruguay vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Can Bubista's team produce another shock in Group H at the FIFA World Cup? We look ahead to Sunday's clash with our Uruguay vs Cape Verde...
Should Lamine Yamal start for Spain against Saudi Arabia at World Cup 2026?
Following a disappointing start to World Cup 2026 with a goalless draw against Cape Verde in their Group H opener, Spain return to action on Sunday...
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's World Cup clash between Uruguay and Cape Verde, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the...
‘Very special’ – Toni Kroos claims England star can be ‘best in the world’ after Croatia win
Former Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos (Picture: Getty)
Toni Kroos believes Jude Bellingham can be ‘the best midfielder in the world’ after his...
Spain vs. Saudi Arabia: Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams ready to turn sterile possession into World Cup statement
Sports Mole breaks down Spain's 27-shot, zero-goal frustration against Cape Verde, and explains the simple fixes Luis de la Fuente can make for...
Analysis: Spain approach turning point after flummoxing open to World Cup
“Nothing has given us any doubts. Whatever is said or has been left unsaid… this is the path we must follow,” shrugged a husky Luis de la Fuente...
Chelsea stance on signing Ethan Nwaneri revealed with Arsenal star put up for sale
Nwaneri among those who could leave this summer (Picture: David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Chelsea are unlikely to rekindle their interest...
Ian Wright names his World Cup dark horses: ‘They will reach the semi-finals’
Former England and Arsenal striker Ian Wright (Picture: Getty)
Ian Wright is confident that the United States of America will cause an upset and...
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for 2026 World Cup fixture
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 World Cup clash between Uruguay and Cape Verde.
Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia tickets: What to know about the best prices, seats for FIFA World Cup match
Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia close out Group H action with a match in Houston. Here's how to get tickets.
World Cup star becomes first player sent off for breaking new Fifa rule
Miguel Almiron made some unwanted history (Picture: Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Former Premier League star Miguel Almiron has become the first...
Cape Verde’s World Cup Sensation Vozinha Reunited with Mother Ahead of Uruguay Clash
It remains uncertain whether she will travel to Tampa immediately, where the "Blue Sharks" have set up their World Cup base, or wait until matchday...
‘Pay attention!’ – Emma Hayes hits back at ‘sexism’ storm after ITV World Cup criticism
Hayes’ tactical segment returned during Brazil vs Haiti (Picture: ITV)
Emma Hayes appeared to hit back at criticism over ITV's ‘kitchen' set that...
World Cup 2026: Oliseh Picks Cape Verde As Africa’s Most Impressive Team
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has named Cape Verde as the most impressive African team at the FIFA World Cup 2026, praising their...
Uruguay v Cape Verde Islands: Araújo leads hosts into key June friendly test
Uruguay face Cape Verde Islands on 21 June at 22:00 (GMT) in a June international friendly that will be judged not only on the result but on...
Cape Verde lineup vs. Uruguay: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group H game as Vozinha hopes to perform more heroics
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Cape Verde could line up for Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group H match against Uruguay.
Uruguay lineup vs. Cape Verde: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group H game amid Ronald Araujo injury fears
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Uruguay could line up for Sunday's 2026 World Cup Group H match against Cape Verde.
Uruguay vs Cape Verde - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Sunday's World Cup clash between Uruguay and Cape Verde, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mother Of Cape Verde Goalkeeper Vozinha Gets Visa To Watch Son At World Cup
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will have his family close by when his team takes on Uruguay on Sunday.
‘Not confident’ – Emmanuel Petit claims England star could cost his country the World Cup
Former World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit (Picture: talkSPORT)
Emmanuel Petit was ‘not impressed’ by Jordan Pickford’s performance against Croatia...
Cape Verde hero Vozinha's mother arrives in US for emotional World Cup reunion after being granted visa
Vozinha will be watched by his mother when Cape Verde face Uruguay on Sunday
2026 World Cup: What is a clean sheet in soccer?
Soccer terminology features plenty of words and phrases that can be tough to grasp, but "clean sheet" is one of the easiest to understand, and it...
Cape Verde’s star goalkeeper Vozinha gets a family boost before Uruguay clash
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has his family supporting him as his team continues its World Cup journey. Vozinha, 40, was named player of the match...
Leandro Andrade: Polissya linked with move for Qarabağ winger
Cape Verde-Portugal right winger Leandro Andrade of Qarabağ is being linked with a move to Ukrainian Premier Liga side Polissya, with the...
Lamine Yamal gives injury update as he calls for calm after Spain's shock draw with Cape Verde
Lamine Yamal is working his way back towards full fitness following a hamstring injury
Why Christian Pulisic is not playing for USA in World Cup match against Australia today
Christian Pulisic misses out for the United States (Picture: Getty)
Christian Pulisic has been left out of the United States squad taking...
World Cup star suffers injury just hours after completing £34m Liverpool transfer
Victor Munoz is with Spain at the World Cup (Photo: Getty)
Liverpool announced the signing of Victor Munoz on Thursday – only for the Spain...
2026 World Cup: Oliseh snubs Morocco, Ghana, names Africa’s most impressive team
Former Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh, has picked Cape Verde as his most impressive African country at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. The...
What can Barcelona learn from Spain's struggles against Cape Verde?
Spain and Barcelona have a lot in common. For one, there are eight Blaugrana players (nine if you include Fermín López) on the national team...
Scotland’s possible World Cup knockout rounds path including dates, opponents and kick-off times
John McGinn fired Scotland to victory against Haiti in their opening game (Picture: Getty)
Scotland fans are daring to dream ahead of their second...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister slams Portugal players and endorses Bruno Fernandes criticism
Cristiano Ronaldo struggled to make an impact in Portugal’s 1-1 draw with DR Congo (AFP via Getty)
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister hit out at...
Prediction: Spain vs Saudi Arabia
Spain will be aiming to record their first victory of the 2026 World Cup when they continue their Group H campaign against Saudi Arabia on Sunday...
FIFA ban England fan’s flag from stadium for ‘ridiculous’ reason
St. George’s Crosses are a frequent sight at England game – but this one wasn’t allowed in… (Photo: John Little on Facebook)
A group of football...
Thomas Tuchel forces FIFA change after complaint about England World Cup anthem
Thomas Tuchel was unhappy with the scrum of photographers blocking his view during England’s national anthem (Getty)
FIFA has agreed to change...
Former Man Utd forward Bebe confirms new career step after Cape Verde international heartbreak
Former Manchester United forward Bebe is set to become a free agent after confirming the end of his current contract. Bebe became infamous as one...
World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Goalkeeper’s Instagram Followers Rises To 14m After Impressive Display Against Spain
Following a star-making performance against Spain on Monday, Cape Verde goaltender Vozinha has seen his social-media following explode in a major...
World Cup star suffers horror injury during Canada vs Qatar: ‘Everyone could hear the bone snap’
Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg during Canada’s win against Qatar (Getty)
Canada midfielder Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg during Canada’s...
World Cup 2026: Vozinha delighted as mother secures visa to watch Cape Verde’s games
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has expressed his joy after learning that his mother will be able to travel to the United States to watch him play at...
‘Around an hour' – Spain boss responds to talk Lamine Yamal will start against Saudi Arabia
FC Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal has been tipped to start for the Spanish national team as they hope to get their FIFA World Cup campaign back...
World Cup 2026: Vozinha overjoyed as mother secures visa to watch Cape Verde matches
Cape Verde's World Cup story has been defined not only by results on the pitch but by a deeply personal moment for veteran goalkeeper Vozinha, who...
PSG and Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in France for rape (Shutterstock)
Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape,...
Rodri defended from 'insulting' criticism as Spain boss insists Man City star is 'the best in the world'
Luis de la Fuente has defended Rodri from criticism after Spain's draw with Cape Verde, calling the Manchester City star the best player in the world.
Premier League 2026-27 fixtures announced as champions Arsenal face Coventry
Arsenal looking to defend their title after ending their 22-year drought (Picture: Getty)
Arsenal will begin the defence of their Premier League...
Super Eagles icon Oliseh snubs Morocco & Ghana, picks Africa’s most impressive team at World Cup 2026
Former Super Eagles captain and coach Sunday Oliseh has named Cape Verde as the African team that has impressed him the most at the ongoing 2026...
Meet Emma Hayes – ITV’s breakout World Cup star wowing viewers with unique TV insights
Emma Hayes is starring at the World Cup with ITV (Picture: Getty)
Emma Hayes is fast turning into one of the stars of the show at the World Cup...
Nicky Butt warns Man Utd over signing ‘explosive’ World Cup star
Nicky Butt rated Man Utd’s move for a West Ham star (Photo: Getty Images)
Nicky Butt rates Manchester United’s pursuit of a World Cup star but...
De la Fuente jumps to the defense of Man City star: Rodri is the best player in the world!
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente has backed Rodri after his disappointing performance against Cape Verde.
Thomas Muller urges Bayern Munich to sign £43m Manchester United transfer target
Johan Manzambi has attracted interest from Manchester United and Bayern Munich (Reuters)
Thomas Muller has urged Bayern Munich to sign Johan...
Spain boss fires back at 'insulting' criticism of 'best player in the world'
Spain were stunned in their World Cup opener as Cape Verde held them to a goalless draw with Luis de la Fuente leaping to their defence of...
World Cup 2026: FIFA names Espen Eskås to referee Uruguay-Cape Verde clash
Norwegian official Espen Eskås has been appointed as the centre referee for the much-anticipated Group H clash between Uruguay and Cape Verde....
Rodri criticism ‘insulting’, says Spain boss De la Fuente
Luis de la Fuente believes Rodri is still the best player in the world and has hit back at criticism of his performance against Cape Verde.
The...
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Group H takes another fascinating twist when Uruguay face Cape Verde in Miami, with both sides searching for a first victory after impressive...
Arsenal in talks to sign wonderkid dubbed the ‘next Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia made 30 goal contributions in 48 games last season for PSG (Photo: Getty Images)
Arsenal’s pursuit of PSG superstar Khvicha...
TV presenter quits after falsely claiming Lionel Messi’s dad had died
Florencia Pena claimed Lionel Messi’s father had died during a live broadcast (Luzu TV)
A TV presenter in Argentina has quit after falsely...
‘I'm not ready' – Lamine Yamal offers fitness update amid talk Spain star will start against Saudi Arabia at World Cup 2026
Lamine Yamal has offered a fitness update ahead of Spain's second game of World Cup 2026 against Saudi Arabia and admits he's not ready to play 90...
World Cup 2026: Spain coach De la Fuente optimistic of Lamine Yamal's availability for Saudi Arabia clash
Spain coach Luis De la Fuente has expressed optimism about Lamine Yamal featuring in their crucial second Group stage match against Saudi Arabia at...
Cape Verde hero Vozinha 'very happy' as mother gets World Cup visa
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha said on Thursday he was very happy his mother had obtained a U.S. visa and would be able to watch him play against...
Liverpool backed to sign £50m Arsenal star after Mikel Arteta transfer decision
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta (Picture: Getty)
Glen Johnson believes Ben White could be tempted by a move to Liverpool if guarantees are not made...
Tottenham join race to sign £80m Man Utd target after stunning Sandro Tonali move
Roberto De Zerbi is ‘pushing’ Tottenham to explore a bid for West Ham star Mateus Fernandes (Picture: Getty)
Tottenham have reportedly joined...
Spain's Marc Cucurella admits Cape Verde draw 'put us on alert'
Spain's shock 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener was a wake-up call, defender Marc Cucurella said on Thursday, with the team...
Xabi Alonso tipped to sign £40m Man Utd star for Chelsea after World Cup
Incoming Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso (Picture: Getty)
Xabi Alonso has been backed to lure Marcus Rashford to Chelsea after a £40million release...
Why Alphonso Davies isn't starting for Canada in World Cup match against Qatar
Alphonso Davies is back on the bench for Alphonso Davies (Picture: Getty)
Alphonso Davies is only fit enough to return to Canada’s bench for their...
Lionel Messi’s family provide update after Argentina star was pictured in tears at World Cup
Lionel Messi’s father is experiencing a health issue (Picture: Getty)
The family of Lionel Messi have revealed the footballer’s father, Jorge, has...
The Barcelona Blaugranes World Cup Survey Part 2: First Round Verdict
The first round of World Cup 2026 matches is and means we've had the chance to watch every single team in action at the tournament in the USA,...
2026 World Cup: ‘My mother will finally be here’ – Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha set for emotional reunion
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is set for an emotional reunion at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his mother was granted a visa and will travel to the...
Will Lamine Yamal start against Saudi Arabia? Spain think Barcelona star ready to play 45 minutes
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente is reportedly pondering starting Barcelona star Lamine Yamal against Saudi Arabia on Sunday at World Cup 2026. Yamal...
Jordan Larsson: Al-Ettifaq linked with move for Copenhagen's Sweden-Cape Verde winger
Sweden-Cape Verde right winger Jordan Larsson of FC Copenhagen is being linked with a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq, with the...
Manchester United given hope over Aurelien Tchouameni as Real Madrid make decision over midfielder transfer
Real Madrid could now be open to selling Aurelien Tchouameni this summer (FIFA via Getty)
Manchester United have been handed a boost in their bid...
Vozinha's mother cleared to attend World Cup after viral plea
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is set for an emotional reunion at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his mother was granted a visa and will travel to...
Chelsea learn asking price for long-term target as they seek Robert Sanchez upgrade
Diogo Costa has long been on Chelsea’s radar (Picture: Getty Images)
Chelsea have learned Porto’s asking price for goalkeeper Diogo Costa as they...
Uruguay vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Preview & Best Bets
Uruguay vs Cape Verde in Miami, Group H on the line. Back Uruguay to win and under 2.5 goals as Cape Verde make their World Cup debut.
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