The nation of Cape Verde itself is just 50 years old, containing only 1,557 square miles of land and a population of just over a half-million. Their minnow-esque size didn’t stop them from qualifying for their first ever FIFA World Cup™ in 2026 and shocking not only the continent of Africa, but also the entire world. They’re one of the smallest nations to ever qualify for the tournament, but they’ve got bite – now we sit back and see what the Blue Sharks have to offer.