FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde fights back for second draw against Uruguay
Tournament debutants Cape Verde secured a 2-2 draw against Uruguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, keeping their knockout stage hopes alive. Uruguay, struggling after two draws, faces a difficult path forward in Group H.
Why it matters
The result represents a significant underdog performance in a major global sporting event, impacting the tournament's competitive landscape.
World Cup debutants Cape Verde scored a second-half equaliser to salvage a 2-2 draw against Uruguay on Sunday (June 21, 2026) in Miami, backing up their shock opening stalemate with Spain.
The article is a standard sports match report focusing on game statistics and tournament implications.
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