One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde become legends?
Cape Verde's national football team has emerged as a surprise success story at the World Cup after securing a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Uruguay. Following an earlier shock result against Spain, the team is now in serious contention for a place in the knockout stages.
Why it matters
The team's performance represents a significant underdog narrative in international sports, highlighting the competitive parity of the tournament and capturing global public interest.
Figure caption, Cape Verde continue to surprise with entertaining Uruguay draw
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