Spain vs Cape Verde

Cape Verde, at their first ever World Cup, held world number 2 Spain to a 0-0 draw for a brilliant point.

Full time · Half-time 0-0

How the match went

A crowd of 67,640 came to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta for this Group H opener.

Spain are ranked 2nd in the world and walked in as big favorites.

Cape Verde, a tiny island nation, were playing the first World Cup game in their history.

Spain had most of the ball and pushed forward all game, but they could not find the goal they needed.

Cape Verde defended as a team, stayed organized, and refused to break.

The first half ended 0-0, and the second half followed the same pattern.

Honestly, Spain just could not break them down, and the dreamers held firm to the final whistle.

A 0-0 draw is a huge result for Cape Verde and a frustrating night for Spain.

Spain play Saudi Arabia on June 21 in Group H.

Saudi Arabia just drew 1-1 with Uruguay, so Spain will be desperate to get their first win.

Cape Verde play Uruguay on June 21 in Group H.

Uruguay just drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia, so Cape Verde will fancy their chances after this point against Spain.

When and where was Spain vs Cape Verde played?

The game was played on June 15, 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The crowd was 67,640. It was a Group H match.

What was the final score?

The game finished 0-0. It was also 0-0 at half-time, and neither team could find a goal.

Who scored?

Nobody scored. The game ended 0-0, so there were no goalscorers.

Who does Spain play next?

Spain play Saudi Arabia on June 21 in Group H. Saudi Arabia just drew 1-1 with Uruguay.

Who does Cape Verde play next?

Cape Verde play Uruguay on June 21 in Group H. Uruguay just drew 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their first game.