Roberto Lopes Set To Make League Of Ireland History At 2026 FIFA World Cup
Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto 'Pico' Lopes will compete at the FIFA World Cup in 2026 after Cape Verde secured their maiden qualification.
Cape Verde, with a population of 500,000 people, will compete with the world's elite after securing their qualification for the event, which takes place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico next summer.
The Blue Sharks won their group, which featured African giants Cameroon, to punch above their weight and secure their spot in the World Cup.
BREAKING: Cape Verde and Pico Lopes are going to next summer's FIFA World Cup!
Lopes, born and raised in Dublin, made his debut for Cape Verde in 2019, representing his father's country of birth.
Author's summary: Roberto Lopes to make history at 2026 FIFA World Cup.