Cape Verde into World Cup knockouts: The lessons for small nations dreaming big

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Cape Verde, a small island nation, has advanced to the World Cup knockout stage despite being in a group with Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia. The team's coach emphasized the importance of belief and ambition for smaller nations aiming for success in international sports.

Grouped with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia, it seemed unlikely this small island nation would make it through to the next round. But as its national team coach told CNA's Matthew Mohan, "you have to believe".