AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWorld Cup Kickoff Watch: The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins June 11 across the US, Canada and Mexico, with the expanded 48-team format and 104 matches running to July 19. Cape Verde Spotlight: Cape Verde’s historic debut is set for Group H, with Spain opening against the Blue Sharks on June 15 in Atlanta; Cape Verde’s squad blends local stars and diaspora talent, including Roberto “Pico” Lopes and Logan Costa. Spain Form Check: Spain’s final warm-up ended 3-1 vs Peru in Puebla, with Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedri scoring early and an own goal sealing the win; Lamine Yamal is recovering but expected to be available for the opener. Visa and Travel Friction: A US travel-ban list has left some World Cup countries facing visa hurdles, including Cape Verde, raising concerns for fans trying to attend. Record Over-40s: FIFA squads include a record eight players aged 40-plus, with Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha among them. Local Culture & Music: Ahead of the tournament, MLife Music Group and Mazalito are backing the multicultural anthem “Beautiful Day,” featuring PapaLondon (Cape Verde), as part of a wider World Cup-linked unity campaign.
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