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FIFA WC 2026: When And Where To Watch Cabo Verde Vs Saudi Arabia, Know All Details
Cabo Verde have emerged as one of the tournament's biggest surprise packages. Making their World Cup debut, they have impressed in their opening two matches by earning hard-fought draws against tournament heavyweights Spain and Uruguay. Those results have left the African nation on the brink of a historic qualification, with just one win separating them from a place in the last 32.
Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, came into the contest after a difficult 4-0 defeat to reigning European champions Spain. Although the scoreline appeared one-sided, the Saudis were punished by Spain's clinical finishing and relentless attacking play, conceding three goals within the opening 25 minutes. Their overall performance was not without positives, but they struggled to cope with the pace and precision of the Spanish attack.
