Former Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh, has identified Cape Verde as the most impressive African team at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, overlooking traditional heavyweights like Morocco and Ghana.
Cape Verde, making their historic debut at the global tournament, have already captured attention with a disciplined and fearless performance.
The island nation held European champions Spain to a goalless draw in their opening match a result that has drawn widespread praise from football fans and analysts alike.
While other African teams have also delivered notable performances, including Ghana’s victory over Panama and Ivory Coast’s win against Ecuador, Oliseh believes Cape Verde’s organization and tactical execution set them apart.
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Speaking on their display, Oliseh expressed admiration for the team’s structure and preparation, noting that their style of play reflects deliberate long-term development.
He further revealed his growing admiration for the country, jokingly stating that he is considering visiting Cape Verde after being impressed by their performance and football philosophy.
Across the tournament, African teams have shown mixed results. Morocco secured a draw against Brazil, DR Congo held Portugal, and Egypt shared points with Belgium.
However, South Africa, Algeria, Senegal, and Tunisia all suffered defeats in their opening fixtures.
Despite the varied outcomes, Cape Verde’s emergence as a competitive force has become one of the most exciting stories of the tournament so far, signaling a promising future for the nation on the global football stage.
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