Cape Verde drew 2-2 with Uruguay in a stunning World Cup match early Monday, with Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder Hélio Varela scoring the equalizer, according to N12 commentator Ben Goldfriend.
Cape Verde produced a major upset in the World Cup early Monday, holding Uruguay to a 2-2 draw. The equalizer was scored by Hélio Varela, a midfielder for Maccabi Tel Aviv, as noted by N12 commentator Ben Goldfriend. Uruguay had taken a 2-0 lead but Cape Verde fought back with two goals — the second from Varela — to secure a point. The result is a significant boost for Cape Verde in their group stage campaign and highlights Varela's form carrying over from the Israeli league. The Zioneer previously reported on Maccabi Tel Aviv's dramatic playoff run, but this is the first coverage of Varela's international performance.
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