Cape Verde will try to revive their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they face Liberia in a crucial two-match contest.

The Blue Sharks are six points behind the leaders after a difficult start to their qualifying programme and cannot afford further setbacks in the forthcoming double-header.

The head coach has responded by selecting a squad intent on closing the gap in the standings. The group includes players from across the goalkeeping, defensive, midfield and attacking positions.

Cape Verde squad

Goalkeepers: Carlos Santos, Marcio Rosa, Josimar Dias (Vozinha)

Defenders: Logan Costa, David Moreira, Edilson Borges, Ivanildo Fernandes, Sidny Lopes Cabral, Wagner Pina, Steven Moreira, Yuran Lopes

Midfielders: Deroy Duarte, Joao Fernandes, Kevin Pina, Jose Tavares, Ayoni Santos, Elson da Silva, Jamiro Monteiro, Laros Duarte

Forwards: Derenseli Fernandes, Leandro Andrade, Ryan Mendes, Ieltsin Camoes, Helio Varela, Nuno da Costa, Dailon Livramento

The two meetings with Liberia represent an important opportunity for Cape Verde to make up ground and change the direction of their qualifying campaign.