Cape Verde figure hailed as hero in Dublin after World Cup run

A Cape Verde figure from the 2026 World Cup campaign was received as a hero on arrival in Dublin (1). The reception underscores how far the team's reputation traveled after pushing Argentina to the limit in the round of 32, a match that required extra-time magic from Lionel Messi to separate the sides. No names or dates have been confirmed yet, but the welcome in Ireland's capital says plenty about the impression Cape Verde left on this tournament.