Cape Verde produced another major World Cup shock, recovering from 2-1 down to draw 2-2 with Uruguay at Miami Stadium, as Kevin Pina scored the nation’s first World Cup goal. Helio Varela came off the bench to equalise after Maxi Araujo’s goal and assist had moved Uruguay into a strong position in this Group H clash. This result followed Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw with European champions Spain, leaving the tournament debutants well placed. Cape Verde sit third in Group H with two points, level with second-placed Uruguay. Cape Verde now face Saudi Arabia in their final group match, while Uruguay prepare for a high-pressure meeting with Spain.
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