Cabo Verde banked another point at their first World Cup, holding Uruguay to a 2-2 draw in their second Group Stage match in Miami. Columbus Crew defender Steven Moreira again featured for the Blue Sharks, who continue to make the most of a landmark debut on the sport's biggest stage.

What happened

The Blue Sharks went toe-to-toe with Uruguay and walked away with a share of the points after a 2-2 result in Miami. Moreira's presence in the back line was once more part of the story for one of the smallest nations ever to reach this tournament. It is the second straight match in which Cabo Verde has taken something from the field.

Why it matters

In a tight group, every point counts, and Cabo Verde has now collected points in back-to-back games. The draw keeps the debutants alive heading into the group finale and extends a run that has already cemented their place in tournament history. For a first-ever appearance, the West African side has refused to be a footnote.

By the numbers

Through two group matches, Cabo Verde has two points on the board. That total comes from a scoreless draw with Spain followed by Saturday's 2-2 result against Uruguay.

What to watch next

Cabo Verde closes out Group Stage play against Saudi Arabia, with a path to advancing still within reach. A positive result would turn a feel-good debut into something more, and the Blue Sharks have already shown they can hang with established sides.