The nation, also referred to in English by its Portuguese name Cabo Verde, is among the least populous countries in Africa. Now, a phonetician and pronunciation coach has cleared up the confusion – explaining that the correct pronunciation is to not voice, or scarcely voice, the final e in the Verd (e).

Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan have made history at FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing unique national stories and fresh footballing dreams

The African debutants are a positive result away from making it into the last 32. Their players and coach explain why they are not surprised

A country of just over half a million people, scattered across 10 volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean, was never expected to become one of the stories of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Yet Cape Verde now stands on the brink of reaching the knockout stages after holding European champions Spain to a goalless draw before following it up with a 2-2 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay.

Visa issues for the mother of a Cape Verde goalie has put a spotlight on the nation, whose residents have a storied legacy of service in the U.S. military.

When the final whistle blew, and Cape Verde had secured their first World Cup point, the boisterous section of blue jerseys inside the stadium erupted. Players sprinted to that co