Cape Verde take control against Liberia in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier

Cape Verde moved closer to securing their first points of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign after taking a 3-1 lead into half-time against Liberia on Friday.

The Blue Sharks made the ideal start when Ayoni Santos put them ahead in the fifth minute. Liberia responded on 36 minutes, with Franklin Daddys bringing the scores level.

Cape Verde restored their advantage just two minutes later as Dje Tavares found the net. Dailon Livramento then added a third in the 43rd minute to give the hosts a two-goal cushion at the interval.

The result leaves Cape Verde in a strong position heading into the second half of the third-round qualifying fixture. Liberia must score again after the break if they are to mount a comeback.