Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia Predictions - Cape Verde to secure another draw at World Cup

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Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia meet for the first time in World Cup Group H.
Cape Verde unbeaten in last five games; Saudi Arabia improved under Donis.
A draw is likely, keeping both team’s knockout hopes alive.

Cape Verde have drawn 2 consecutive games (Getty)

Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia Predictions

Cape Verde have been brilliant in their draws against Spain and Uruguay, both against huge odds. They have an opportunity for a fairytale here, however, Saudi Arabia, despite a 4-0 loss to Spain, look decent. A draw may be enough for Cape Verde, but that will be dependent on other results going their way.

Cape Verde have drawn their last 2 matches.
Saudi Arabia have drawn 2 of their last 3 games.

Head to Head

Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia have never met before.

Cape Verde Form

World Cup debutants Cape Verde have taken two points from their opening two games in Group H. The Blue Sharks are sixth in the best-of-third-placed rankings and have a chance to reach the knockout stages.

Bubista’s side have lost just once in their previous 17 games in all competitions, drawing eight. Cape Verde are undefeated in five consecutive matches, including a 0-0 2026 World Cup draw with Spain.

The Atlantic island team continued their strong recent form with a 2-2 stalemate against Uruguay. Kevin Lenini scored a free-kick and Uruguay struck twice before Helio Varela levelled in the 61st minute.

Saudi Arabia Form

Saudi Arabia have become tougher to beat since Georgios Donis’ appointment in April. The Green Falcons are unbeaten in three of their last four games, with two draws.

The Middle Eastern outfit were unbeaten in three, defeating Puerto Rico 3-0 and drawing with Senegal 0-0. Saudi Arabia opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Uruguay.

Donis’ outfit couldn’t maintain their unbeaten run and lost 4-0 against European champions Spain. The Green Falcons trailed 3-0 at half time and Hassan Tambakti scored a second-half own goal.

Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia Predicted Starting Lineups & News

Cape Verde (4-1-4-1): Vozinha; Steven Moreira, Pico Lopes, Diney Borges, Stopira; Kevin Lenini; Ryan Mendes, Telmo Arcanjo, Jamiro Monteiro, Garry Rodrigues; Gilson Benchimol

Defender Sidny Lopes Cabral is suspended against Saudi Arabia.

Bubista addressed his side’s chances against Saudi Arabia pre-match and said, “We know the value of Saudi Arabia and we have to respect our opponent for everything that they have done.

“Our team needs to keep their feet on the ground, knowing it will be a difficult game.”

Saudi Arabia (4-4-2): Mohammed Al Owais; Saud Abdulhamid, Abdulelah Al Amri, Hassan Al-Tambakti, Moteb Al Harbi; Mohammed Abu Al Shamat, Mohamed Kanno, Abdullah Al Khaibari, Salem Al Dawsari; Firas Al Buraikan, Musab Al Juwayr

Saudi Arabia have no injuries or suspensions.

Verdict

Cape Verde v Saudi Arabia

Cape Verde have already shown their ability to compete at the 2026 World Cup. Saudi Arabia will want to tighten up after a big defeat to Spain and a draw is likely in Group H.

Draw

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1-1 Draw

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