Forecast vs result · Group H · Matchday 3
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia
2026-06-26
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Pre-match forecast
goals
Video analysis: player performance
Per-player ratings and event breakdowns from official highlights analysis. Tap a player to see their full match timeline.
8DA COSTAScored two crucial goals with clinical finishing from inside the box.
Scored two crucial goals with clinical finishing from inside the box.
7Nuno da Costa111'–142'Was a persistent attacking threat, forcing multiple good saves from the goalkeeper.
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Was a persistent attacking threat, forcing multiple good saves from the goalkeeper.
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6Semedo14'–19'Involved in multiple attacking sequences, demonstrating a willingness to shoot but lacked precision.
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Involved in multiple attacking sequences, demonstrating a willingness to shoot but lacked precision.
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6Ryan Mendes53'–53'Contributed to the attack by getting a shot on target, though it was blocked.
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Contributed to the attack by getting a shot on target, though it was blocked.
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6Duarte127'–127'Attempted a shot that was blocked, contributing to the team's offensive efforts.
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Attempted a shot that was blocked, contributing to the team's offensive efforts.
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5VozinhaMade several diving saves but ultimately conceded multiple goals.
Made several diving saves but ultimately conceded multiple goals.
8Al-Owais19'–142'Made numerous crucial saves to keep his team in the game despite sustained pressure.
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Made numerous crucial saves to keep his team in the game despite sustained pressure.
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6Al-ShammariHad a shot on target that was saved by the opposing goalkeeper.
Had a shot on target that was saved by the opposing goalkeeper.
6CHAKHTIContributed to offensive movements and provided support in the final third.
Contributed to offensive movements and provided support in the final third.
Match observations
- The match was a hard-fought contest with Cape Verde dominating attacking opportunities, particularly in the final third.
- Saudi Arabia's goalkeeper, Al-Owais, was a standout performer, making numerous important stops to deny Cape Verde a breakthrough.
- Despite the scoreboard showing 0-0 throughout the match action, Cape Verde's jubilant celebration at the end, coupled with commentary, indicates they secured a victory and progressed to the knockout phase.