Uruguay vs. Cape Verde odds, predictions: 2026 World Cup picks from proven soccer expert

Cape Verde will take the field again at the 2026 World Cup after their stunning draw with Spain when they face Uruguay on Sunday. The Cape Verdeans had a scoreless contest with the Spanish in their opener, while the Uruguayans drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their World Cup Group H opening match. This is Cape Verde's first ever appearance at this tournament, while Uruguay is a two-time champion.

Kickoff is 6 p.m. ET from Miami Stadium. The latest Cape Verde vs. Uruguay odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list the Uruguayans as -210 favorites (risk $210 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line, with Cape Verde at +650 and a draw at +310. The over/under for total goals is 2.5.

Before locking in any Uruguay vs. Cape Verde picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, you need to see what proven soccer expert Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+211.25) and Bundesliga (+100). He's also been red-hot in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL picks, returning nearly $1,000 in profit. Anyone following could have seen HUGE returns!

Now Green has turned his attention to Cape Verde vs. Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup, and revealed his best bets. 

One of Green's Uruguay vs. Cape Verde predictions: He is leaning Under on total goals (2.5).

Cape Verde played to a scoreless draw in their opener, and Green foresees them utilizing a similar strategy in attempting to keep the Uruguayans off the board. "The Blue Sharks will be happy to sit back and park the bus in a bid to stop Uruguay from scoring," said Green.

Green has locked in another two best bets, both of which return plus-money!

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