World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers: Cape Verde defeated Libya in Rades

Libya - Cape Verde 74-85

Cape Verde defeated Libya 85–74 in the World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers, controlling the game from the opening tip with a dominant 28–16 first quarter. Libya worked to close the gap in the second period, but Cape Verde maintained a steady lead at halftime. The third quarter saw Libya surge with a 20–15 run, briefly shifting momentum, yet Cape Verde responded strongly in the fourth, matching Libya’s pace and sealing the win with a powerful 28-point final quarter. Despite Libya’s late push, Cape Verde’s consistency and offensive execution proved decisive. The victory strengthens Cape Verde’s campaign as they continue their qualification journey.
Joel Almeida (193-SF-1985, college: Brockport St.) top-scored for the winners with 16 points and Anderson Correia (195-SG-1997) added 15. Ghayth Almaghribi (206-F/C-1999) ended up with 20 points in the losing case.