(Video) Pitch Invasion, Flares: Cape Verde’s Fans Go Wild | OneFootball

Tiny island nation one win away from first-ever qualification after dramatic 1-0 victory

(Video) Pitch Invasion, Flares, Chaos: Cape Verde’s Fans Go Wild

Cape Verde took huge step toward maiden FIFA World cup appearance after sensational 1 - 0 triumph over Cameroon in the 2026 qualifiers.

Unforgettable celebrations

The final whistle sparked chaotic scenes as thousands of fans stormed the pitch lighting flares & celebrating shoulder to shoulder with players and staff.

It was moment of national pride that underlined the scale of the achievement for the small island nation of just over 500000 people.

With momentum on their side, Cape Verde now stand on the brink of reaching the World cup for the very first time , an achievement that would mark the greatest chapter in the country’s football history.