Fans in Cape Verde party into the night after historic World Cup debut

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Fans in Cape Verde celebrated late into the night following their country's historic debut at the FIFA World Cup. Cape Verde managed a 0-0 draw against Spain, the European champions, with a standout performance by their 40-year-old goalkeeper.

Fans in Cape Verde were celebrating late into the night after their historic World Cup debut that saw the country pulling off a stunner against European champion Spain. The tiny nation of half a million people made its first World Cup appearance on Monday, holding Spain scoreless in a 0-0 draw thanks to heroics from the team’s 40-year-old goalkeeper and a stubborn defense. In the capital, Praia, fans crowded watch parties and major roads, singing and dancing as they celebrated what many thought had been unimaginable against Spain, heavily favored to win the game and a fair bet for the whole tournament.