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Cape Verde and South Sudan, who both make their World Cup debut, score their first-ever wins at the tournament.

Cape Verde and South Sudan, who both make their World Cup debut, score their first-ever wins at the tournament. After first-round losses to Georgia and Puerto Rico, the African teams defeat Venezuela and China.

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SportCape Verde and South Sudan, who both make their World Cup debut, score their first-ever wins at the tournament.

Cape Verde and South Sudan, who both make their World Cup debut, score their first-ever wins at the tournament. After first-round losses to Georgia and Puerto Rico, the African teams defeat Venezuela and China.

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