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 stunning qualification for the event, which takes place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico next summer.
The Blue Sharks punched above their weight to win their group, which featured African giants Cameroon.
BREAKING: Cape Verde and Pico Lopes are going to next summer's FIFA World Cup!
Lopes, who was born and raised in Dublin, made his debut for Cape Verde back in 2019, his father's country of birth.
Author's summary: Roberto Lopes makes history with Cape Verde's World Cup qualification.