The Cabo Verde men's national handball team commenced its second training stage on November 2 in Maia, Portugal, as they prepare for the 2027 World Championship in Germany. The training sessions, which will run until November 7, will take place at the Maia Municipal Pavilion. According to the Cabo Verde Handball Federation (FCA), the focus will be on physical, technical, and tactical preparation, team cohesion, and evaluating the necessary conditions for the next stages of preparation.
The team is being led by coaches Ljubomir Obradovic and Tiago Rocha, who are continuing their work with the team as part of the FCA's efforts to maintain continuity in the sports project and consolidate the work done with the team. This preparation comes after the team's recent success in winning the bronze medal at the 2026 African Nations Championship (CAN 2026) in Rwanda. This achievement reinforced Cabo Verde's position in African handball and marked the team's fourth participation in a men's World Championship.
The training stage in Maia is part of the "Cabo Verde no Mundo" project, an initiative by the FCA aimed at mobilizing public institutions, companies, sponsors, partners, and Cabo Verdean communities in the country and diaspora around the national teams. The project includes two major international challenges: the participation of the women's senior team in CAN 2026 in Tunisia and the men's team's presence at the 2027 World Championship in Germany.
The FCA aims to increase the visibility of Cabo Verdean handball, value athletes and technical teams, attract new partners, and project the country's image through sports. The team will continue to work on their strategy and tactics to ensure they are well-prepared for the World Championship. The 2027 World Championship will take place in Germany from January 13 to 31.
The team's progress and performance will be closely watched by fans and supporters, both locally and internationally. The "Cabo Verde no Mundo" project has generated significant interest and support, with many eager to see the team's achievements on the international stage. The FCA's efforts to promote handball and develop the sport in Cabo Verde have been ongoing.
The second training stage in Portugal will provide the team with valuable opportunities to fine-tune their skills and build on their recent success. The team's coaches and players will work together to ensure they are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. The 2027 World Championship will feature the best handball teams from around the world, and Cabo Verde will be looking to make a strong impression.
The team's participation in the 2027 World Championship marks a significant milestone in the development of handball in Cabo Verde. The team's progress and achievements will be closely monitored, and their performance will be seen as a reflection of the country's handball program. The FCA's efforts to promote handball and develop the sport in Cabo Verde are ongoing, with a focus on achieving success at the international level.
Key points
- The Cabo Verde men's handball team has qualified for the 2027 World Championship in Germany, marking their fourth participation in a men's World Championship.
