Four Uruguayan stars celebrate two Olympic football championship titles and two World Cup triumphs, all of which are officially recognized as world championships/ Photo: AP Uruguay has reached 2026 FIFA World Cup It carries one of the most recognizable marks in international football. While most fans understand that the stars above the national team crest…
Cape Verde’s Kevin Pina, center, celebrates with teammates after scoring the first goal. (AP Photo) Cape Verde wrote a remarkable new chapter in World Cup history after becoming the first team in history (since 1966) to score their first goal FIFA World Cup with a goal from a direct free kick as their fairytale campaign…
Cape Verde’s Kevin Pina, center, celebrates with teammates after scoring the first goal during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Uruguay and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, June 21, 2026 (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) Kevin Pina’s historic free-kick and Hélio Varela’s second-half equalizer earned Cape Verde a famous 2-2 draw against Uruguay…