China’s role in Cabo Verde’s historic World Cup draw with Spain (opens original article in a new tab)

Cabo Verdeans celebrated their national football team's draw against Spain at the World Cup, with China's role in building the country's sports infrastructure highlighted.

• Cabo Verde's national football team drew with Spain at the World Cup, causing public celebrations in Praia.
• China financed and built the Estadio Nacional de Cabo Verde, which hosted the team's World Cup qualifiers.
• Cabo Verde qualified for the World Cup by defeating eSwatini at the stadium in October 2025.