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Cape Verde Hosts Crucial World Cup Qualifier Against Eswatini
13 Oct
Summary
- Cape Verde currently tops the group, while Eswatini is at the bottom
- The match will be played at the Estádio Nacional de Cabo Verde on October 13, 2025
- The game can be watched on the FIFA+ app and website

On October 13, 2025, Cape Verde will host Eswatini in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match at the Estádio Nacional de Cabo Verde. Cape Verde, currently leading the group, will be looking to extend their advantage over the visiting Eswatini side, who are currently at the bottom of the standings.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 9:30 pm IST and can be watched live on the FIFA+ app and website. Cape Verde, the smaller nation, will be aiming to take another step towards becoming the second-smallest country to ever qualify for the FIFA World Cup, following in the footsteps of their fellow islanders.
Eswatini, on the other hand, will be desperate to pull off an upset and keep their slim hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup alive. The visitors will need to put in a strong performance to overcome the home team's advantage and secure a crucial away point or three.