India, June 27 -- Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia, FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Cape Verde has been one of the 2026 World Cup's surprise packages, putting in impressive performances to earn two draws in their opening matches-a goalless stalemate against Spain and a 2-2 result against Uruguay. With two points from two games, they currently sit third in Group H.

To qualify for the knockout stage as group winners, the "Blue Sharks" must beat Saudi Arabia by at least five goals while hoping for a draw between Spain and Uruguay. They could also claim top spot with a four-goal victory, provided Spain and Uruguay draw and Cape Verde finishes ahead of La Roja on overall goals scored.

Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, enters the match at the bottom of the gro...