Cape Verde qualify for first 2026 World Cup

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Cape Verde qualified for their first World Cup on Monday after a 3-0 win over Eswatini ensured they finished top of their African zone group.

The West African archipelago, with a population of around 600,000, are the second smallest country in tournament history to qualify.

The 2026 World Cup will be hosted in Canada, US and Mexico.

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