As the Cape Verde Islands gear up for their historic appearance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are keenly observing the squad's composition. With a blend of experienced players and emerging talents, the team aims to make a significant impact on the world stage. This mix of skill and determination could be the key to their success as they prepare to compete against some of the globe's best teams. The anticipation around their performance is palpable as the tournament approaches.
⚠️ Note: This list reflects the current national team roster. The official 26-player World Cup squad will be confirmed by FIFA in June 2026.
Goalkeepers
- Márcio Rosa — 28 years old
- Vózinha — 39 years old
- C. dos Santos — 25 years old
Defenders
- Diney Borges — 30 years old
- S. Lopes Cabral — 23 years old
- Pico — 33 years old
- S. Moreira — 31 years old
- Wagner Pina — 23 years old
- Kelvin Pires — 25 years old
- J. Soares — 26 years old
Midfielders
- Telmo Arcanjo — 24 years old
- Deroy Duarte — 26 years old
- L. Duarte — 28 years old
- João Paulo — 27 years old
- Kevin Pina — 28 years old
- J. Mendes — 21 years old
- A. Santos — 20 years old
- Yannick Semedo — 30 years old
Forwards
- Nuno da Costa — 34 years old
- F. Domingos — 18 years old
- Ieltsin Camoes — 26 years old
- Jovane Cabral — 27 years old
- D. Livramento — 24 years old
- Ryan Mendes — 36 years old
- Garry Rodrigues — 35 years old
- Willy Semedo — 31 years old
Cape Verde's current squad features a robust lineup, showcasing depth in every position. The goalkeeping trio of Márcio Rosa, Vózinha, and C. dos Santos provides solid options, while the defensive unit led by Diney Borges and S. Lopes Cabral is expected to hold strong against formidable attackers. In midfield, players like Telmo Arcanjo and João Paulo will play crucial roles in controlling the game, while forwards such as Nuno da Costa and Jovane Cabral bring pace and creativity upfront. This balanced team composition offers a promising outlook for their World Cup campaign.
See Cape Verde Islands soccer schedule at the 2026 World Cup: match dates, kickoff times (ET) and stadiums.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cape Verde Islands 2026 World Cup Roster
Who is on the Cape Verde Islands 2026 World Cup squad?
Q1: Who is on the Cape Verde Islands 2026 World Cup squad? A1: The Cape Verde Islands 2026 World Cup squad includes goalkeepers Márcio Rosa, Vózinha, and C. dos Santos; defenders Diney Borges, S. Lopes Cabral, Pico, S. Moreira, Wagner Pina, Kelvin Pires, and J. Soares; midfielders Telmo Arcanjo, Deroy Duarte, L. Duarte, João Paulo, Kevin Pina, J. Mendes, A. Santos, and Yannick Semedo; and forwards Nuno da Costa, F. Domingos, Ieltsin Camoes, Jovane Cabral, D. Livramento, Ryan Mendes, Garry Rodrigues, and Willy Semedo.
How many players does Cape Verde Islands bring to the 2026 World Cup?
Q2: How many players does Cape Verde Islands bring to the 2026 World Cup? A2: Cape Verde Islands brings a total of 26 players to the 2026 World Cup squad, featuring a balanced mix of goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards.
Who is Cape Verde Islands's starting goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup?
Q3: Who is Cape Verde Islands's starting goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup? A3: While the starting goalkeeper has not been officially confirmed, Márcio Rosa is expected to lead the charge as Cape Verde Islands's primary goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup.
Who are Cape Verde Islands's forwards at the 2026 World Cup?
Q4: Who are Cape Verde Islands's forwards at the 2026 World Cup? A4: The forwards for Cape Verde Islands at the 2026 World Cup include Nuno da Costa, F. Domingos, Ieltsin Camoes, Jovane Cabral, D. Livramento, Ryan Mendes, Garry Rodrigues, and Willy Semedo.
When will the official Cape Verde Islands World Cup 2026 squad be announced?
Q5: When will the official Cape Verde Islands World Cup 2026 squad be announced? A5: The official Cape Verde Islands World Cup 2026 squad is expected to be announced closer to the tournament, typically in the months leading up to the event, as teams finalize their selections and strategies.
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