Kevin Pina named man of the match after historic goal in the World Cup against Uruguay

Praia City, June 22 (Inforpress) - Cape Verdean international Kevin Pina was named man of the match in the 2-2 draw between Cape Verde and Uruguay, a match in which he scored the first goal in the history of the Blue Sharks in a World Cup.

The 29-year-old Cape Verdean attacking midfielder, born in Praia and currently playing for FK Krasnodar in Russia, played a prominent role in the national team's historic run in the 2026 World Cup, delivering a high-level performance against the South Americans.

In the 21st minute, Kevin Pina etched his name into the history of Cape Verdean football by becoming the first player from the country to score in a World Cup finals.

The Cape Verdean international began his football career at AD Bairro, in the city of Praia, in 2016, before continuing his career abroad and establishing himself in European football.

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