Group Stage - 3
Cape Verde Islands crest

Cape Verde Islands

0–0
Full Time
Saudi Arabia crest

Saudi Arabia

NRG Stadium · Houston· Ref: François Letexier, France

Win ProbabilityPre-match model

37%
Cape Verde Islands
26%
Draw
37%
Saudi Arabia
Model confidence:high

Model Inputs

  • Cape Verde Islands: 3pts, 3 played
  • Saudi Arabia: 2pts, 3 played
  • Cape Verde Islands form: LDDD
  • Saudi Arabia form: DLD
  • H2H: 1 historical matches

Match Statistics

Cape Verde IslandsSaudi Arabia
1.39Expected Goals (xG)0.39
51%Possession49%
15 (2)Shots (on target)7 (3)
451 (84%)Passes (accuracy)444 (81%)
4Corners2
10Fouls16
1Yellow Cards3
3Saves2
0Tackles0

Analysis & Intelligence

Data CrunchJun 27

Cape Verde Islands 0–0 Saudi Arabia: Dominance Denied

Cape Verde Islands dominated xG 1.52–0.27 but couldn't convert. Saudi Arabia's defensive resilience earns point in World Cup 2026 group stage.

624 words

Pre-MatchJun 25

Cape Verde Islands vs Saudi Arabia: Third-Group Desperation

Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia clash in Houston with playoff hopes hanging in balance. World Cup 2026 group stage analysis of two sides seeking their first win.

630 words