Cape Verde Brothers Shock the World | Amsterdam News

Two Cape Verde brothers, Laros and Deroy Duarte, raised in Rotterdam, are rewriting World Cup history as underdogs facing Argentina and Lionel Messi. Their journey—from grinding through Dutch youth leagues to representing their homeland for the first time—has been fueled by relentless dedication and their mom Maria’s unwavering support. After a stunning draw against Spain, the brothers’ belief soared, and now they’re in the knockout stages, chasing a dream that defied all odds. Maria, flying back to the U.S. to watch, embodies the heart of their story: sacrifice, grit, and the magic of chasing greatness. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/174bb93ff43617c4