AFCON 2023: Cape Verde aims to exceed expectations, The Cape Verde national football team, known as the Blue Sharks, have been drawn into Group B of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, alongside Ghana, Egypt and Mozambique. Even if their best performance dates back to the quarter-finals of 2013, the Cape Verdeans are preparing for a new conquest of continental glory.
Back for the second consecutive time in CAN, Cape Verde has made efforts to strengthen its squad. In particular, the addition of young talents like Logan Costa in defense and Deroy Duarte in midfield marks a strategic step to increase the team’s potential.
The performances of these new assets, Costa and Duarte, will be crucial for coach Bubista’s team which aims to surpass the excellent performance of Cape Verde during the previous CAN. The tournament is set to begin in Ivory Coast on January 13 and the Cape Verde team, with its strengthened roster, is poised to make a big impact in its quest for success in one of the biggest competitions in African football.
AFCON 2023: Cape Verde aims to exceed expectations
Cape Verde’s Group B Matches:
– January 14, 2024: Ghana vs. Cape Verde, 8:00 p.m. GMT, Stade Félix-Houphouët-Boigny, Abidjan
– January 19, 2024: Cape Verde vs. Mozambique, 2:00 p.m. GMT, Stade Félix-Houphouët-Boigny, Abidjan
– January 22, 2024: Cape Verde vs. Egypt, 8:00 p.m. GMT, Stade Félix-Houphouët-Boigny, Abidjan
Ryan Mendes is well known for his versatility as a highly skilled winger. His excellent technical abilities, combined with exceptional speed, make him a force on the pitch, capable of increasing explosive speed and troubling opposing defenders.
Even if he is not particularly physical, Mendes stands out for his good vision of the game. He has a well-coordinated distribution and tackles, demonstrating an understanding of the tactical aspects of the game. This footballing intelligence largely contributes to his success on the ground.
In addition to his prowess on the wing, Mendes has shown good flying ability, allowing him to frequently score with headers. Additionally, in recent years he has shown versatility playing as a central midfielder. In this position, he impressed with his ability to move away from the wing, contributing to restarts and adding depth to his team’s midfield.
Cape Verde’s AFCON Achievements:
– 2013: Quarter-final
– 2015: Group stage
– 2021: Round of 16
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