Cabo Verde 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Cabo Verde will play three Group H fixtures at the 2026 World Cup: against Spain on Monday, June 15 at 16:00 UTC in Atlanta, against Uruguay on Sunday, June 21 at 22:00 UTC in Miami, and against Saudi Arabia on Saturday, June 27 at 00:00 UTC in Houston.
The Blue Sharks face a challenging group featuring former World Cup winners Spain and Uruguay, making their campaign one of the tournament's most compelling underdog stories as they seek to advance from their first-ever World Cup appearance.
Cabo Verde's Complete Group H Schedule
The island nation's historic World Cup debut features three matches across the eastern United States. Their tournament opens against European giants Spain in Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium, followed by a crucial encounter with two-time champions Uruguay in Miami. The group stage concludes with what could be a decisive match against Saudi Arabia in Houston, where Cabo Verde will look to secure their first World Cup points.
Fans can follow live updates and track Cabo Verde's progress on Bola 2026 throughout the tournament. The varied kickoff times reflect FIFA's strategy to maximize global television audiences, with the late Saturday night fixture against Saudi Arabia particularly suited to European and African viewers despite the North American venue.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone are the Cabo Verde World Cup fixtures listed in?
All Cabo Verde fixture times are listed in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Fans should convert these times to their local time zone for accurate viewing schedules.
Who does Cabo Verde play in their first World Cup match?
Cabo Verde's World Cup debut is against Spain on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 16:00 UTC in Atlanta, Georgia.
Which cities will host Cabo Verde's World Cup matches?
Cabo Verde will play in three different US cities: Atlanta (vs Spain), Miami (vs Uruguay), and Houston (vs Saudi Arabia).