15.06.2026 21:00
Cape Verde, participating in the World Cup for the first time in its history, drew 0-0 with reigning European champions Spain in their opening match.
In the first match of Group H of the 2026 World Cup, Spain faced Cape Verde. The match played at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, USA, ended goalless with a 0-0 draw.
Spain made important attacks on Cape Verde's goal but could not find the net. Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha also made crucial saves.
Cape Verde, participating in the World Cup for the first time in their history, managed to earn 1 point from Spain.
In Cape Verde, Trabzonspor's new transfer Sidny Cabral stayed on the field for 76 minutes. Another Trabzonspor player, Wagner Pina, did not get any playing time in the match. Nuno Da Costa from Başakşehir entered the game in the 61st minute.
For Spain, Lemina Yamal, who started the match on the bench, came on in the 71st minute.
Following this result, both teams started the group stage and tournament with 1 point each.
In their next group match, Spain will face Saudi Arabia. Cape Verde will compete for points against Uruguay.