Cape Verde’s national football team returns home to a hero’s welcome after a historic World Cup run, according to reports from The Punch and Al Jazeera. Both outlets describe celebrations and public enthusiasm as fans welcome the players back, highlighting the impact of the team’s performance and the attention it has brought to the country. The coverage characterizes the return as a moment of national pride, with supporters marking the squad’s achievements during the tournament. While the articles focus on the homecoming festivities rather than specific match details, they agree on the overall framing: the team’s World Cup run is treated as a milestone for Cape Verde football, and the reception reflects the significance of that achievement to the wider public. The reports present the welcome as a celebratory event in which the team is honored for reaching a new level of visibility and performance on the world stage.