Cape Verde makes history in knockout, faces Argentina

Cape Verde, who are playing for the first time, secured their place in the last 32 of the World Cup as runners-up in Group H after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia in Houston on Friday. The team, which won the hearts of football fans with a fairytale-like journey, will now face Argentina in the next round.

Spain’s 1-0 win over Uruguay put them top of the group with seven points, while three draws were enough for Cape Verde to finish second. Uruguay and Saudi Arabia both exited the tournament with two points.

The match was not very interesting. Cape Verde seemed to have the most chances to score, but they were losing their grip in the opponent’s D-box. Despite finding goalkeeper Mohamed Al-Wais alone, Laros Duarte missed his easy chance, Al-Wais made a great save.

Saudi Arabia exited the tournament in a poor manner, scoring just one goal in three matches. They showed no desire to win their game in Houston and failed to create any chances to add to their tally throughout the match.