Cape Verde president says he supports Flamengo in Brazil | OneFootball

What did José Maria Neves, president of Cape Verde, say about Flamengo?

The Cape Verde national team is getting ready to make its World Cup debut this Monday (15) against Spain, in the opening round of Group H. The president of the African country, José Maria Neves, revealed that he is passionate about Brazilian football and said that he supports Flamengo and Palmeiras in Brazil.

— Brazil is my second homeland. I support Palmeiras in São Paulo, and in Rio I support Flamengo, and I have a great connection with Brazil. I spent important years of my youth there, and much of who I am today has to do with my experience in the country —, the president said in an interview with ‘ESPN’.

How did Cape Verde qualify for the World Cup?

Set to play in the World Cup for the first time in its history, Cape Verde secured its historic qualification by finishing top of Group D in the African Qualifiers. Pedro Leitão Brito’s team confirmed its spot after a 3-0 win over Eswatini in the final round, ending the campaign with 23 points and finishing ahead of traditional national teams such as Cameroon.

What group is Cape Verde in at the World Cup?

Cape Verde is in Group H of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia. That means President José Maria Neves will be able to watch Flamengo players who are part of the South American team, such as Arrascaeta, Varela, and De La Cruz.

When will Cape Verde make its World Cup debut?

Cape Verde’s World Cup debut will take place this Monday (15), against Spain. Kickoff is at 1:00 p.m. Brasília time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Finally, the match will be broadcast by Cazé TV on YouTube.

What are the lineups for Spain and Cape Verde?

Cape Verde, in fact, already has its lineup set for its World Cup debut. Pedro Leitão Brito’s team will take the field with the following names: Vozinha; Borges, Lopes, Cabral and Moreira; Pina, Cabral, Monteiro and Duarte; Livramento and Mendes.

In addition, Spain is also ready to begin its World Cup campaign. One of the favorites for the world title, the European national team has the following lineup: Simon; Llorente, Laporte, Cubarsí and Cucurella; Fabián Ruiz, Gavi, Rodri and Pedri; Ferran Torres and Oyarzabal.

What is the current situation of the Brazil national team?

Meanwhile, the Brazil national team is preparing to face Haiti this Friday (19) in the second round of the World Cup group stage. Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in its debut and sits in third place in Group C with one point.

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