"This once again shows that everyone is entitled to dream and nothing is impossible," said Bubista, Cape Verde coach.
The island nation of 500,000 people stands on the verge of a historic soccer achievement. "It's in our hands," said defender Roberto Lopes.
"We have to go and take it."
Spain can clinch Group H against Uruguay in Guadalajara, Mexico, while Uruguay needs a victory to advance.
Group G will likely be decided in Seattle when Egypt meets Iran in a match designated as the city's "Pride Match," coinciding with annual local LGBTQ+ celebrations.
U. S.
officials eased travel restrictions for the Iranian team, allowing them to arrive two days before the game rather than on match day.
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Other Friday fixtures include Belgium facing New Zealand in Vancouver, British Columbia, and Senegal playing Iraq in Toronto, with both teams needing a win to pursue a third-place advancement strategy.
