Cape Verde Match Super Eagles’ 1994 World Cup Record in Dramatic Uruguay Draw

Cape Verde stunned Uruguay with a 2-2 draw in their World Cup debut, equalling Nigeria’s famous 1994 feat. The Blue Sharks remain unbeaten in Group H after holding Spain and now Uruguay. They became only the second African side to score two long-range goals in a single World Cup match, matching the Super Eagles’ record set against Greece. Kevin Pina opened the scoring with a 34-yard free-kick and Hélio Varela added a second from distance. Cape Verde also showed impressive discipline, committing the fewest fouls among all teams in their first two games since records began in 1966. With Luis Suárez watching from the stands, Bubista’s side kept their knockout hopes alive and made history on football’s biggest stage.

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