Cabo Verde
Bubista
CVCape Verdean coach who has dedicated years to developing domestic football. Emphasizes team unity and defensive discipline, leading the nation to their historic first World Cup.
- Led Cabo Verde to 2026 World Cup qualification (historic first)
- Multiple Cape Verdean league titles
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GK Cabo Verde's captain and first-choice goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Gil Vicente, a commanding presence between the posts, Vozinha is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Cabo Verde. Has earned 35 international caps. Born in 1986, the 40-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's backup goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Casa Pia, a commanding presence between the posts, Dylan Silva is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Cabo Verde. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's third-choice goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Académica, a commanding presence between the posts, Márcio Rosa is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Cabo Verde. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde international defender. Currently plying his trade at Mafra, a dependable defender, Diney combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
DF An experienced defender for Cabo Verde. Currently plying his trade at Le Havre, a dependable defender, Steven Fortes combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 30 international caps. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
DF Toulouse centre-back and a rising star in Cabo Verde's defence. Currently plying his trade at Toulouse, a dependable defender, Logan Costa combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's experienced centre-back and former captain. Currently plying his trade at Retired, a dependable defender, Stopira combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 2 goals, building significant international experience. Born in 1988, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde international defender. Currently plying his trade at RKC Waalwijk, a dependable defender, Jeffry Fortes combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 20 international caps. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
DF Cabo Verde defender. Currently plying his trade at Belenenses, a dependable defender, Lisandro Semedo combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde international defender. Currently plying his trade at Arouca, a dependable defender, Dylan Tavares combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Cabo Verde's backline. Has earned 8 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
MF Cabo Verde's midfield anchor. Currently plying his trade at Servette, an industrious midfielder, Kenny Rocha Santos excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's midfield player. Currently plying his trade at Moreirense, an industrious midfielder, Nuno Borges excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
MF Cabo Verde's technical midfielder and former MLS player. Currently plying his trade at Philadelphia Union, an industrious midfielder, Jamiro Monteiro excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Young Cabo Verde midfielder and an important creative presence in the national team's engine room. Currently plying his trade at Moreirense, an industrious midfielder, Nené Barros excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's young midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Nantes, an industrious midfielder, Keony dos Reis excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Nacional, an industrious midfielder, Gilson Benchimol excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 8 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's young midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Gil Vicente, an industrious midfielder, Kelvin Pires excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Cabo Verde. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
FW Cabo Verde's most talented attacker, formerly of Galatasaray. Currently plying his trade at Olympiacos, a clinical forward, Garry Rodrigues possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Cabo Verde's primary attacking threat. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 8 goals. Born in 1990, the 35-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's forward. Currently plying his trade at Arouca, a clinical forward, Willy Semedo possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Cabo Verde's primary attacking threat. Has earned 5 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
Cabo Verde's most experienced attacking player. Currently plying his trade at Aris Thessaloniki, a clinical forward, Ryan Mendes possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Cabo Verde's primary attacking threat. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 10 goals. Born in 1990, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
FW Cabo Verde's all-time top scorer. Currently plying his trade at Dijon, a clinical forward, Júlio Tavares possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Cabo Verde's primary attacking threat. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 20 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Born in 1988, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
FW Experienced Cabo Verde forward who has played in Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Currently plying his trade at Free agent, a clinical forward, Djaniny possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Cabo Verde's primary attacking threat. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 10 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.
FW Cabo Verde's young forward. Currently plying his trade at Mafra, a clinical forward, Kevin Pina possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Cabo Verde's primary attacking threat. Has earned 5 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to represent Cabo Verde at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a historic moment for the nation.