Cape Verde Hold Uruguay to 2-2 in World Cup Debut
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- Cape Verde held two-time World Cup champions Uruguay to a 2-2 draw in Miami, continuing what the BBC described as a 'gripping debut World Cup campaign.'
- The result marked another surprising chapter for Cape Verde, an African island nation making its first-ever appearance at the tournament.
Why it matters: A draw against two-time champions Uruguay in their World Cup debut reinforces Cape Verde's status as a tournament surprise, with the point earned against one of the competition's most decorated sides.
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