Cabo Verde has entered a new chapter in its national football program, with Humberto Bettencourt presented as the country’s new head coach on Wednesday, August 19.

The appointment comes shortly after the Blue Sharks completed their historic 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, which significantly raised the profile of Cabo Verdean football internationally. RTC reported Bettencourt’s presentation as the new national coach on August 19.

Bettencourt now faces the task of maintaining the momentum generated by Cabo Verde’s World Cup breakthrough while preparing the national team for its next international challenges.

The change is attracting attention across the country because expectations around the Blue Sharks have risen sharply following their historic performance on football’s biggest stage.

The new coach will be under pressure to build on that momentum, develop the next generation of Cabo Verdean players and keep the national team competitive in upcoming African and international competitions.

For Cabo Verde, the appointment represents more than a coaching change — it marks the beginning of a new era after one of the most significant moments in the nation’s football history.