Cape Verde 🇨🇻 secured their first victory at the 2026 CAVB Zone II Nations Championship, defeating Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼 3-1 in a tightly contested encounter.

The Blue Sharks prevailed 25-22, 25-21, 23-25, 25-22 in a match defined by fine margins and late-set pressure.

Set Scores:
25-22, 25-21, 23-25, 25-22

Match Breakdown

Cape Verde made a strong start, edging a competitive opening set before tightening their grip in the second with more efficient attacking play.

Guinea-Bissau responded in the third set, raising their intensity and capitalising on Cape Verde errors to pull one back.

The fourth set delivered high drama as both sides traded points deep into the set, but Cape Verde held their nerve in the closing stages to seal the win.

Key Stat

  • Guinea-Bissau: 1 ace

  • Cape Verde: Stronger execution in clutch moments

Impact

Cape Verde claim their first win of the competition, while Guinea-Bissau continue to search for consistency after another hard-fought defeat.

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