2024-02-14 04:38:47
The very good story continues for Cape Verde in this 2023 African Cup of Nations. This Monday, January 29, the Tubarões Azuis managed to create a new feat by eliminating Mauritania (1-0) to reach the quarterfinals. final, a historic first for the Cape Verdean selection!
A heroic qualification snatched from courage
This qualification for the quarters will have been worthy of the greatest exploits of African football. Engaged in group B with Egypt, Ghana and Mozambique, Cape Verde managed to grab first place, which means a ticket to the eighth.
At the end of a tough and tense match, the Tubarões Azuis showed their courage and discipline to win by the smallest of scores (1-0). A saving goal from their old veteran Ryan Mendes in the 88th minute from the penalty spot. Enough to open the quarter doors!
A golden generation making history
Because with this new resounding feat, Cape Verde validates its ticket for the quarter-finals of the CAN for the very first time in its history. A major consecration for this golden generation, led by executives like Vozinha, Stopira and Jamiro Monteiro.
Players who all play in European championships (Portugal, France, Cyprus, etc.) and who wear the colors of their country high. With remarkable self-sacrifice and state of mind, symbolized by their emblematic Portuguese coach, Bubista.
All that remains is to continue the daydream against an African leader in the quarter-finals. Cape Verde will indeed face the winner of the high-flying clash between Senegal and Ivory Coast scheduled for this Monday. Regardless of the opponent, this intrepid Cape Verdean selection has nothing left to lose… Except the deep desire to continue to surprise everyone!