{"id":623216,"date":"2026-06-19T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/uruguay-vs-cape-verde-islands-prediction-betting-tips-21-06-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T23:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T22:00:00","slug":"uruguay-vs-cape-verde-islands-prediction-betting-tips-21-06-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/uruguay-vs-cape-verde-islands-prediction-betting-tips-21-06-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands Prediction &amp; Betting Tips &#8211; 21\/06\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"mux-hero\">\n    <div class=\"mux-hero-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-matchup\">\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-league-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/world-cup.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb-text\">World Cup<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-teams\">\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/uruguay.png\" alt=\"Uruguay\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Uruguay<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-center\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-date\">21 Jun 2026<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-time\">22:00<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/cape-verde-islands.png\" alt=\"Cape Verde Islands\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Cape Verde Islands<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-prono\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-label\">Prediction:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-prono-pick\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-text\">&middot;<\/span>\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.44<\/a><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"mux-hero-cta trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Continue<img class=\"mux-hero-cta-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/betfred.com.png\" alt=\"Betfred\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"> &gt;<\/a>\n            \n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-vote\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-vote-title\">Pick your prediction<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-vote-buttons\"><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/uruguay.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Uruguay<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Draw<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/cape-verde-islands.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Cape Verde Islands<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands Prediction &amp; Betting Tips &ndash; 21\/06\/2026<\/h1><div class=\"mux-meta-bar\"><span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg> 21 Jun 2026<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg> Miami Stadium<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M19 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H9a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><\/svg> Louis Hecq<\/span><\/div><p>Two-time World Cup champions Uruguay open their Group H campaign against tournament debutants Cape Verde Islands at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, on 21 June 2026. The stakes could hardly be higher for either side. Marcelo Bielsa's squad, navigating a transitional period, need a fast start before a daunting fixture against Spain. For Cape Verde, one of the smallest nations ever to grace the finals, simply reaching this stage represents a historic triumph. Both sides will view this opener as their best opportunity to bank three points in a fiercely competitive group.<\/p><div class=\"mux-tip-box\">\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-label\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"><\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-main\">1: Uruguay to win<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-row\">\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-odd-badge\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.44<\/a><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-bk\">on Betfred<img class=\"mux-tip-bk-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/betfred.com.png\" alt=\"Betfred\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-conf\">&middot; Confidence Medium<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"mux-tip-compliance\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 22 Jun 2026 at 02:39 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-recommended-bets\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <div class=\"mux-sc-header\"><h3>Recommended Bets<\/h3><\/div>\n    <table class=\"mux-sc-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Betfred<\/th><th>William Hill<\/th><th>Smarkets<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody><tr><td><strong>1X2 (Uruguay)<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.44<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.44<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-sbk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"smarkets.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.49<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BTTS<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.38<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n    <p class=\"mux-odds-timestamp\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 22 Jun 2026 at 02:39 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Analysis<\/h2><p>Uruguay enter this World Cup opener as clear favorites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.44<\/a>, backed by a 51-place ranking advantage and 15 previous tournament appearances. Bielsa's side possesses match-winning individuals, but a four-match winless run raises legitimate questions.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-pros wp-block-list\"><li>Ranked <strong>16th globally<\/strong>, a 51-place gap over Cape Verde's 67th position.<\/li><li><strong>22 goals scored<\/strong> across CONMEBOL qualifying, the hardest confederation pathway.<\/li><li>Darwin Nunez leads the attack, supported by <strong>Valverde and De La Cruz<\/strong> in a high-intensity system.<\/li><li><strong>15 World Cup appearances<\/strong> versus Cape Verde's historic debut, a vast experience gulf.<\/li><\/ul><p>Cape Verde arrive at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"away\">8.50<\/a> making their historic World Cup debut, fully fit with zero unavailable players confirmed. Bubista's side conceded just 11 goals in 10 qualifying matches, making defensive resilience their primary weapon against a misfiring Uruguay.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-cons wp-block-list\"><li>World Cup <strong>debut side<\/strong> facing a vastly more experienced opponent in a high-pressure opener.<\/li><li>Qualifying goals scored tally of <strong>19<\/strong> across a weaker confederation than Uruguay's CONMEBOL.<\/li><li>Bubista's <strong>4-2-3-1<\/strong> built for resilience, but offers limited attacking threat against organized defenses.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"mux-callout\"><strong>Key point:<\/strong> With Uruguay scoring just two goals in their last four matches and Cape Verde conceding only 11 in qualifying, 1.85 represents a compelling alternative angle regardless of the result.<\/p><div id=\"mux-ctx\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ctx-title\">Form &amp; Statistics: Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"mux-ctx-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-ctx-columns\"><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Uruguay<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/3 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">3\/3 (100%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/3 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (3)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.7<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">69%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.4<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.3<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Cape Verde Islands<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.1<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">46%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">0.9<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.2<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-lineup\">\n    <div class=\"mux-lineup-header\">\n        <span class=\"mux-lineup-status mux-lineup-status-probable\">Probable lineup<\/span>\n        <h3 class=\"mux-lineup-title\">Lineups: Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-lineup-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-lineup-columns\"><div class=\"mux-lineup-col\"><h4 class=\"mux-lineup-team\">Uruguay<\/h4><div class=\"mux-lineup-formation\">4-2-3-1<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Starters<\/p><ol class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-starters\"><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">1<\/span> Sergio Rochet<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">2<\/span> Guillermo Varela<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">3<\/span> Jose Maria Gimenez<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">4<\/span> Santiago Bueno<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">5<\/span> Mathias Olivera<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">6<\/span> Manuel Ugarte<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">7<\/span> Federico Valverde<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">8<\/span> Facundo Pellistri<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">9<\/span> Nicolas De La Cruz<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">10<\/span> Maxi Ara&uacute;jo<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">11<\/span> Darwin Nunez<\/li><\/ol><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Bench<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-bench\"><li>Fernando Muslera<\/li><li>Santiago Mele<\/li><li>Ronald Araujo<\/li><li>Matias Vi&ntilde;a<\/li><li>Joaquin Piquerez<\/li><li>Rodrigo Bentancur<\/li><li>Rodrigo Zalazar<\/li><li>Agustin Canobbio<\/li><li>Rodrigo Aguirre<\/li><li>Giorgian de Arrascaeta<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"mux-lineup-absent-section\"><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Absent<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-absent-list\"><li>Sebasti&aacute;n C&aacute;ceres <span class=\"mux-lineup-absent-reason\">(Concussion.)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"mux-lineup-col\"><h4 class=\"mux-lineup-team\">Cape Verde Islands<\/h4><div class=\"mux-lineup-formation\">4-2-3-1<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Starters<\/p><ol class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-starters\"><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">1<\/span> Vozinha<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">2<\/span> Steven Moreira<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">3<\/span> Logan Costa<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">4<\/span> Roberto Lopes<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">5<\/span> Stopira<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">6<\/span> Jamiro Monteiro<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">7<\/span> Deroy Duarte<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">8<\/span> Garry Rodrigues<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">9<\/span> Ryan Mendes<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">10<\/span> Jovane Cabral<\/li><li><span class=\"mux-lineup-num\">11<\/span> Dailon Livramento<\/li><\/ol><p class=\"mux-lineup-section-label\">Bench<\/p><ul class=\"mux-lineup-list mux-lineup-bench\"><li>Marcio Rosa<\/li><li>CJ dos Santos<\/li><li>Diney Borges<\/li><li>Sidny Cabral<\/li><li>Wagner Pina<\/li><li>Joao Paulo Fernandes<\/li><li>Kelvin Pires<\/li><li>Telmo Arcanjo<\/li><li>Laros Duarte<\/li><li>Kevin Pina<\/li><li>Yannick Semedo<\/li><li>Gilson Benchimol<\/li><li>Willy Semedo<\/li><li>Helio Varela<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-lineup-confidence\">Medium confidence<\/p>\n<\/div><p class=\"mux-lineup-narrative\">Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1, setting the stage for a tactically familiar contest. <strong>Federico Valverde<\/strong> sits at the heart of Uruguay's midfield structure, with Darwin N&uacute;&ntilde;ez leading the line as the focal point of a side expected to dominate possession against their Group opponents.<\/p><p class=\"mux-lineup-narrative\">Cape Verde will look to remain compact and transition quickly, with <strong>Jovane Cabral<\/strong> offering a creative threat behind the lone striker. Uruguay carry the weight of expectation, but the Blue Sharks have shown in recent tournaments that they are far from straightforward opposition.<\/p><div id=\"mux-odds-compare-ext\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <div class=\"mux-oce-header\"><h3>Odds comparison<\/h3><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-oce-table-wrap\">\n        <table class=\"mux-oce-table\">\n            <thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Betfred<\/th><th>William Hill<\/th><th>Smarkets<\/th><th>Matchbook<\/th><th>Coral<\/th><th>Ladbrokes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n            <tbody><tr><td>Uruguay to win<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.44<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.44<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-sbk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"smarkets.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.49<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-matchbook-uk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"matchbook.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-coral-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"coral.co.uk\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-ladbrokes-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"ladbrokes.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Draw<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.90<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-sbk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"smarkets.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.30<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-matchbook-uk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"matchbook.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.30<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-coral-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"coral.co.uk\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.20<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-ladbrokes-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"ladbrokes.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.20<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cape Verde Islands to win<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>8.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>7.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-sbk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"smarkets.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>9.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-matchbook-uk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"matchbook.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>9.20<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-coral-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"coral.co.uk\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>6.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-ladbrokes-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"ladbrokes.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>6.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Under 2.5<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.62<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-coral-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"coral.co.uk\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.60<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-ladbrokes-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"ladbrokes.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.60<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BTTS Yes<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-williamhill-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"williamhill.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.38<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><span class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--na\">&middot;<\/span><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-matchbook-uk-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"matchbook.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.62<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-coral-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"coral.co.uk\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-ladbrokes-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"ladbrokes.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.45<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-odds-timestamp\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 22 Jun 2026 at 02:39 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Verdict<\/h2><p>Uruguay's pedigree and superior quality across the pitch make the home win at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.44<\/a> the standout selection. Bielsa's side endured a difficult spell of four matches without victory heading into the tournament, yet CONMEBOL qualifying remains the sternest test in world football, and seven wins from eighteen fixtures there underlines a reliable competitive floor. Cape Verde's defensive organisation under Bubista will frustrate for spells, but a lack of top-level attacking firepower should keep this tight. <strong>Back Uruguay to win<\/strong>, with under 2.5 goals at 1.85 offering genuine value given both sides' recent low-scoring tendencies.<\/p><div id=\"mux-match-info\" class=\"mux-widget\"><div class=\"mux-mi-grid\"><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M6 9H4.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H6\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 9h1.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 0 0-5H18\"><\/path><path d=\"M4 22h16\"><\/path><path d=\"M10 14.66V17c0 .55-.47.98-.97 1.21C7.85 18.75 7 20.24 7 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M14 14.66V17c0 .55.47.98.97 1.21C16.15 18.75 17 20.24 17 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 2H6v7a6 6 0 0 0 12 0V2Z\"><\/path><\/svg><span><strong>Competition:<\/strong> World Cup<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M4 15s1-1 4-1 5 2 8 2 4-1 4-1V3s-1 1-4 1-5-2-8-2-4 1-4 1z\"><\/path><line x1=\"4\" x2=\"4\" y1=\"22\" y2=\"15\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Stage:<\/strong> Group Stage, 2<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Date:<\/strong> 21 Jun 2026<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg><span><strong>Time:<\/strong> 22:00 UTC<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg><span><strong>Stadium:<\/strong> Miami Stadium<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the best bet for Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The <strong>Uruguay win<\/strong> at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/thefootballfaithful.com\/betting-news\/go-betfred-prono-gb-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_uruguay_cape-verde-islands_19609178\" data-b=\"betfred.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.44<\/a> represents the most compelling wager here. Uruguay's superior ranking and CONMEBOL pedigree outweigh Cape Verde's debut inexperience at this level, even accounting for Bielsa's side misfiring in front of goal. Key absences in the Uruguayan camp add uncertainty, yet the gulf in class remains wide enough to favour the South Americans.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What time does Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands kick off?<\/summary>\n\n<p>This <strong>World Cup Group Stage<\/strong> fixture kicks off at <strong>22:00 UTC on 21 June 2026<\/strong>, which corresponds to 18:00 Eastern Time. The match takes place at the <strong>Hard Rock Stadium<\/strong>, situated in Miami Gardens, Florida, one of the marquee venues selected to host matches during the 2026 tournament.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Where can I watch Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands on TV?<\/summary>\n\n<p>Broadcast arrangements for the 2026 World Cup vary by territory and are subject to confirmation closer to the tournament. In the United Kingdom, rights are held by <strong>ITV and BBC<\/strong>, while viewers in other regions should consult their local listings. Streaming options through official broadcasters are also expected to be available for this fixture.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is Uruguay's recent record against Cape Verde Islands?<\/summary>\n\n<p>These two nations have <strong>no recorded history<\/strong> of meeting in competitive or friendly fixtures. Uruguay, one of South America's most storied footballing nations, and Cape Verde, making their <strong>World Cup debut<\/strong>, face each other for the first time at senior international level, making this a genuinely historic occasion for the Blue Sharks.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands Prediction &amp; Betting Tips &ndash; 21\/06\/2026 Two-time World Cup champions Uruguay open their Group H campaign against tournament debutants Cape Verde Islands at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, on 21 June 2026. The stakes could hardly be higher for either side. 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