Cape Verde Football News

At 40, Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has seen his transfer value increase tenfold on the back of an outstanding 2026 World Cup campaign, according...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Josimar Dias – universally known as Vozinha – has been named in FIFA’s official World Cup 2026 Dream XI, becoming the only...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway striker Erling Haaland have been voted into a FIFA World Cup fan-selected dream team, after inspiring...

Cape Verde's veteran goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway star Erling Haaland have been voted into a FIFA World Cup fan-selected dream team, capping...

After Spain won World Cup 2026, Sports Mole ranks every country's performance at the tournament, including England, Argentina, France, Germany and...

American referee Ismail Elfath, who took charge of four matches at the 2026 World Cup including the blockbuster semi‐final between Argentina and...

Lionel Messi headlines FIFA’s 2026 World Cup Best XI, leading a star-studded squad that noticeably excludes longtime rival Cristiano Ronaldo. As...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway striker ⁠Erling Haaland have been named in the fan-voted FIFA World Cup dream ‌team, with both rewarded...

Tanzania's senior women's national football team, Twiga Stars, delivered another encouraging performance ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of...

The Black Queens will get their final opportunity to fine-tune preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) when...

Spain have placed three players in the fans' World Cup 2026 team of the tournament, but it is Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha who has emerged as the...

Spain have placed three players in the fans’ World Cup 2026 team of the tournament, but it was Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha who produced the...

Spain have claimed three places in FIFA’s official fans’ Team of the Tournament for the 2026 World Cup – but it was Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha...

Mali's women have been given a dramatic route back into the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations – and are now targeting a first-ever semi-final on...

Mali’s women’s team have been given a dramatic route back into the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – and the “Aigles Dames” are targeting a...

Morocco sent an emphatic message to the rest of Africa with a 5-0 demolition of Cape Verde in Casablanca in their final warm-up match before...

Morocco delivered a powerful warning to their Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) rivals with a 5-0 demolition of Cape Verde in Casablanca, in...

Real Madrid players Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham and Marc Cucurella have been selected in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Dream XI, featuring the best...

After the eye-watering excess of the Geopolitics World Cup, we can return to the modest, measured land of the domestic game. While our attention...

Gustavo Varela, the Portugal–Cape Verde centre-forward currently with Benfica B, is being linked with a move to Serie A side Monza as the Italian...

Gustavo Varela, the Portugal-Cape Verde centre-forward currently with Benfica B, is being linked with a move to Serie A side Monza as the Italian...

President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has commended Ghana and other African countries that featured at the...

CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe has once again expressed his firm belief that an African nation will eventually become FIFA World Cup winners,...

Confederation of African Football President Dr Patrice Motsepe has hailed Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha following his remarkable performances at...

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has urged African nations to invest more in youth development and strengthen cooperation with governments following...

CAF President Patrice Motsepe believes an African nation is closer than ever to winning the FIFA World Cup following the continent's impressive...

Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has expressed his pride in Africa’s performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after...

Lionel Messi personally paid for World Cup final tickets for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's family after being impressed by his performances...

Lionel Messi quietly paid for World Cup final tickets for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s family, in a gesture that has only emerged days after...

Lionel Messi quietly paid for World Cup final tickets for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s family, in a personal gesture that has only now been...

An Argentine journalist has revealed that Argentina captain Lionel Messi made a special humanitarian gesture towards Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha...

Erling Haaland gained more new Instagram followers than any other player at the 2026 World Cup – but the tournament’s unlikeliest social‐media star...

Erling Haaland has emerged as the biggest social media winner of the 2026 World Cup, topping a list of players who gained the most followers on...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha was one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 World Cup, having transformed from a player unknown globally into a...

FIFA has announced the 12 goals shortlisted for the 2026 World Cup Goal of the Tournament award, with African representation coming from Cape Verde...

Cape Verde hero Vozinha is beaten by a shot-stopping counterpart to best goalkeeper in the Sports Mole World Cup 2026 Readers' Awards.

Cape Verde blow Norway out of the water to win the biggest overachiever prize in the Sports Mole World Cup 2026 Readers' Awards.

Once again, Lionel Messi and Argentina find themselves as targets of harsh criticism after losing the 2026 World Cup to Spain. Lionel Messi and...

Cape Verde has been named the 'best ultimate football-inspired island' by Expedia, with searches for Cape Verde holiday packages up 265% following...

The Team Nobody Expected to See Every World Cup produces a surprise. Few produce a story quite like Cape Verde in 2026. When the tournament began,...

Cape Verde's Vozinha is crowned the World Cup 2026 breakout star in the Sports Mole Readers' Awards.

Huddersfield have signed Dutch-Cape Verde right winger Derensili Sanches Fernandes from Eredivisie side Excelsior in a permanent €1 million...

Huddersfield have signed Netherlands and Cape Verde winger Derensili Sanches Fernandes from Dutch side Excelsior in a €1 million permanent...

The Norwegian striker and the goalie from Cape Verde were among the most followed players on Instagram during the 2026 World Cup.

Spain won the 2026 World Cup through collective excellence, but the tournament’s memory belongs to more than its champions. From Rodri’s remarkable...

After an unforgettable World Cup journey with Cape Verde, Shamrock Rovers captain Pico Lopes is back where his focus lies – helping the Hoops chase...

French-Cape Verde defender Anderson Goncalves has joined FC Chambly Oise on a free transfer from LB Chateauroux. The 29-year-old left-back moves...

Franco-Cape Verdean defender Anderson Goncalves has joined FC Chambly Oise on a free transfer from LB Chateauroux, strengthening the National 1...

After more than a month of football across the United States, Mexico and Canada, the 2026 World Cup has finally reached its conclusion, with Spain...

Hyeres 83 have signed French-Cape Verdean centre-back Laurenzo Monteiro on a free transfer from Nice Espoir. The 22-year-old moves into the...

French-Cape Verdean centre-back Laurenzo Monteiro has joined Hyeres 83 on a free transfer from Nice Espoir. The 22-year-old switches to the...

Yannick Semedo, the Cape Verde and Portuguese central midfielder currently without a club, is being linked with a move to V.League 1 side Nam Dinh...

Cape Verde-Portuguese midfielder Yannick Semedo, currently without a club after leaving Farense this summer, is being linked with a move to...

Cape Verde–Dutch centre-back Jorginho Soares, currently without a club, is being linked with a move to Romanian SuperLiga side CFR Cluj as the...

Argentina’s captain Lionel Messi has spoken out after World Cup final defeat (Picture: Getty Images) Lionel Messi has posted an emotional message...

Jorginho Soares, the Cape Verde and Netherlands centre-back currently without a club, is being linked with a move to Romanian SuperLiga side CFR...

Maybe Donald Trump was simply confused. He must have seen the ticker tape, a group of men cavorting around an American field clad in red and...

Greece-Cape Verde defender Konstantinos Lima has joined Asteras Pastidas on a free transfer from Apollon Kalythies. The 32-year-old left-back has...

Greece-Cape Verde defender Konstantinos Lima has joined Ast. Pastidas on a free transfer from Apol. Kalythies, signing a deal until 30 June 2027....

Cape Verde international goalkeeper Vozinha is reportedly facing an unexpected setback in his quest for a new challenge, with his proposed move to...

Argentina turned their backs to the World Cup trophy lift (Picture: Reuters) Spain midfielder Dani Olmo reminded the Argentina squad they are an...

Winners and losers of the 2026 World Cup: Kylian Mbappe’s record-breaking tournament and Thomas Tuchel’s tactics feature. Winner: Vozinha – Cape...

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero could only complete 70 minutes as Argentina were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the World Cup final on...

Morocco’s women’s national team will continue their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations by taking on Cape Verde in an...

Lionel Messi, Vozinha and Erling Haaland make our 2026 World Cup best XI (Picture: Getty/ Metro) The 2026 World Cup has finally drawn to a close...

Ghana's Black Queens will continue their preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) when they face Tanzania in...

Cape Verde and Portugal-qualified forward Kenedy has left Luxembourg side Lorentzweiler and is now a free agent after his contract with the...

Cape Verde and Portugal forward Kenedy has left Luxembourg side Lorentzweiler to become a free agent after his contract with the Ehrenpromotion...

The enduring brilliance of Lionel Messi, Donald Trump's shocking intervention, and Ireland's adoption of Cape Verde marked an engrossing World Cup

A pranked England manager, a bored Beckham, a Viking takeover and an unwise Wayne Rooney wager: here are the TV treasures of the beautiful game's...

Ghana's Black Queens will continue their preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Monday, July 20, when...

Spain face Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Follow our live coverage for minute-by-minute updates as Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi meet...

Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni meet in Sunday’s World Cup final (Picture: Getty Images) Alan Shearer has backed Argentina to beat Spain in...

Joe Hart is backing the underdogs in the World Cup final (Picture: Getty Images) Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart reckons Argentina will upset...

The first 48-team World Cup has provided a thrilling spectacle and a string of compelling storylines.

Ronaldo is predicting an ‘easy’ win for Spain in their World Cup final against Argentina (TNT Sports Brasil) Brazil legend Ronaldo predicts Spain...

Cape Verde international goalkeeper Vozinha has found himself sharing the field with some of football’s most celebrated names after a dramatic rise...

Ghana’s Black Queens will no longer face Nigeria’s Super Falcons in a scheduled friendly match as part of preparations for...

Ghana Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has admitted that selecting his final squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of...

The Shamrock Rovers and Cape Verde star’s story of his international call-up generated global headlines.

Former England striker Michael Owen (Picture: Getty) Former England striker Michael Owen believes Spain are a ‘lot better’ than Argentina and...

Cape Verdean-Portuguese midfielder Ailson Tavares of Beitar Jerusalem is being linked with a move to Romanian side FC Dinamo in the SuperLiga. The...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, currently without a club after leaving Portuguese side Chaves, has been linked with a move to Chilean giants...

Thanks to Arthur Fery, Maja Chwalinska and Cape Verde, we have been blessed with a glut of unexpected stories of late“Where has he been?” Gary...

Lamine Yamal's Spain and Lionel Messi's Argentina will battle it out for the ultimate glory in an exciting 2026 FIFA World Cup final. On Bolavip,...

Sao Paulo are looking to sign the Shamrock Rovers defender whose World Cup exploits with Cape Verde made him a global name.

France-Cape Verde defensive midfielder Emerick Lopes has joined Italian Serie C side Alcione from Sassuolo, sealing a move that brings him back to...