Cabo Verde's Historic World Cup Run Ends in Extra Time Against Argentina

Cabo Verde finished their debut World Cup without a single loss in regular time, drawing both Spain and Argentina en route to the round of 16, where they finally fell 3-2 to Argentina in extra time. The 'Tiburones Azules' stunned the football world by holding Spain 0-0 in their opener, thanks to an inspired performance from goalkeeper Vozinha, who made seven saves Source: excelsiormx. They also drew Uruguay and Saudi Arabia to advance Source: excelsiormx.

The Vozinha Phenomenon

Vozinha became a global sensation, his Instagram following soaring from 50,000 to over 29 million during the tournament Source: infobae. A video of him kneeling and crying after the Spain match went viral Source: infobae. Colombian legend René Higuita met and embraced Vozinha, calling him 'an idol' Source: infobae.

Extra Time Drama

In the round of 16 against Argentina, Messi opened the scoring, but Deroy Duarte equalized. In extra time, Lisandro Martínez and Sidny Lopes traded goals before Cristian Romero's header deflected off Diney Borges for the winner Source: excelsiormx. Cabo Verde's performance was celebrated at home with thousands lining the streets in Praia Source: excelsiormx.