Group H standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Spain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Uruguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Cabo Verde | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Cabo Verde
The final group game — Cabo Verde's qualification hopes may depend on this result.
Saudi Arabia
An opening win over Cabo Verde would be a major statement and strengthen Saudi Arabia's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Cabo Verde | Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 63 | 55 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 1 | 7 |
| Best WC Finish | Debut (2026) | Round of 16 (1994) |
| Manager | Bubista | Roberto Mancini |
| How They Qualified | CAF — Group B winners | AFC 3rd Round — Group C runners-up |
| 2022 World Cup | Did not qualify | Group stage — famously beat Argentina |
| Captain | Stopira | Salem Al-Dawsari |
Prediction
Cabo Verde 1 — 2 Saudi Arabia
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Saudi Arabia (ranked 55th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Cabo Verde have appeared at 1 World Cups. Saudi Arabia have appeared at 7.
Cabo Verde are ranked 63th in the world. Saudi Arabia are ranked 55th.
Cabo Verde will be making their World Cup debut in 2026.
This match takes place at NRG Stadium, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
NRG Stadium · Houston · Capacity: 68,311
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