Brockton Issues Curfew For Next Cape Verde Game After Violent World Cup Celebrations

CBS Boston

July 2, 2026

Brockton is tightening security for the next Cape Verde World Cup game after violent celebrations in the Massachusetts city during the opening games of the tournament.

Four people were shot in Brockton Friday night after a World Cup watch party ended. On June 15, while fans celebrated a scoreless draw by Cape Verde, also known as Cabo Verde, nine people were arrested after bottles were thrown at officers and fans set off fireworks.

Brockton has the largest Cape Verdean population in the United States, and after the small nation's huge showing in the World Cup – advancing to the knockout stage – the Cape Verdeans have taken to the streets to celebrate.

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