Cape Verde v Saudi Arabia

Cape Verde make history as they reach the knockout stage of the World Cup on their debut, after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia. After a tight goalless draw, the African nation create the story of the tournament so far, with Uruguay’s defeat to Spain confirming their second-place finish in group H. There was a lack of chances in the first half, with Kanno coming closest. The tensions would continue to rise, with Cape Verde looking the more threatening side late on. Wagner Pina had a chance inside the box, which was blocked by Al Amri. Just before the final whistle, it looked like they were about to snatch the victory, with Rodrigues cutting it back for Da Costa to fire wide in front of an open net. Despite the goalless draw, Cape Verde finished with an xG of 1.52, higher than Saudi Arabia’s 0.40. The Blue Sharks finish second in the group after three draws, and will now go on to face World champions, Argentina, in the next round. As for Saudi Arabia, their two points see them finish bottom of group H and exit the competition. Thanks for joining us tonight. Goodbye!

FULL-TIME: CAPE VERDE 0-0 SAUDI ARABIA

Da Costa almost wins it! As Saudi commit players forward, Cape Verde can break, with Rodrigues cutting it back for Da Costa. Al Owais is caught out, but Da Costa fires wide, past the open net.

90'+4'

Substitution

Cape Verde make their final change, with Moreira coming on for Wagner Pina.

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Yellow Card

Al-Buraikan receives a late yellow card after he fouls Lopes.

There will be a minimum of five minutes of added time.

Saudi Arabia are on the ropes here, as they are giving little back to Cape Verde. Can they provide any late shocks or are they about to exit the tournament?

Saudi Arabia survives another scare! Rodrigues cuts it back for Wagner Pina, where he found himself in oceans of space inside the box. It looked like he was about to become the hero for Cape Verde, with Al Amri making a crucial block to deny him.

Laros Duarte puts a cross down the throat of Al Owais, and the goalkeeper has a moment of panic as he drops the ball. Fortunately for him, it doesn't fall for Kevin Pina, as the defenders can clear it.

82'

Substitution

There's a straight swap for Saudi Arabia at left back, with Al-Boushail replaced by Al Harbi.

Cape Verde are now just ten minutes away from creating one of the key stories of this World Cup so far, they are still in search of a goal which would almost confirm their fate. Spain still lead Uruguay, meaning they would only need to draw.

Borges and Lopes have been a formidable pairing for Cape Verde in defence tonight, as the Saudi attackers have struggled to break them down. Al Juwayr tries to get it on for Al-Buraikan, but Borges stays composed and guides it back to Vozinha.

AL OWAIS MAKES A CRUCIAL SAVE! It's the substitute, Laros Duarte, who finds himself involved just seconds after coming on. He recieves the ball inside the box, and quickly gets a shot off. Al Owais comes out to close him down and manages to make the important save to keep his side in contention.

71'

Substitution

Rodrigues is the second player to come on, replacing Mendes.

71'

Substitution

As play is resumed, Cape Verde make a double change. Monteiro is the first to be substituted, with Laros Duarte coming on.

With 20 minutes left, the two teams still can't be separated. Looking back at Opta's predictor, there's now a 57.4% chance that it finishes level, with Saudi Arabia having 22.1% odds of winning, leaving a 20.5% likelihood that Cape Verde get the victory.

We reach the hydration break in the second half.

Al Shammat gets himself involved straight away, finding space on the right, then shooting across goal. Vozinha makes the save, but not before it looks like it may float into the far corner.

67'

Yellow Card

Nasser Al Dawsari is shown a yellow after he fouls Da Costa.

66'

Substitution

Mandash also makes way, with Al Haddan coming on.

66'

Substitution

It's been a frustrating night for Saudi Arabia captain Salem Al Dawsari, with his night now coming to an end. Al Shamat is given an opportunity in his place.

The tensions continue to rise here in Texas, with both teams desperate to get ahead, but they are both being cautious not to fall behind.

After making a run past Mandash, Kevin Pina is dispossessed. He then takes his frustrations out on the Saudi winger, diving into a clumsy challenge.

61'

Substitution

Cape Verde make their first changes of the night, with Livramento making way for Da Costa.

61'

Substitution

The scorer of the equaliser against Uruguay, Varela, is now introduced here. Can he make a similar impact as he replaces Semedo?