Cape Verde, a tiny island nation of just over 500,000 people, is making waves at the 2026 World Cup with emotional draws against Spain and Uruguay. The Cape Verdean community in England cannot hide their pride as their homeland debuts on football's biggest stage. A final group match against Saudi Arabia could send them into the knockout round.

Jun 26, 2026

Sports

Haitian Americans: World Cup Pride Amid Immigration Fears

Haiti's World Cup run has ended, but Haitian Americans in New York felt a surge of pride at the team's return to global football. Yet the joy is tempered by visa denials, travel bans, and immigration anxieties affecting families and even players.

Jun 25, 2026

Sports

Three Lions on Their Shoulders: Football, Colonialism, and the Diaspora

The match between England and Ghana reveals deep ties between colonialism, migration, and football identity. Many diaspora players now choose their ancestral nations, reshaping global football.

Jun 23, 2026