Result

European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tournament debutants Cabo Verde in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group H opener in Atlanta on 15 June 2026.

Goals

None - the match finished 0-0.

Match report

Spain laid siege to the Cabo Verde goal, racking up 27 shots, but were denied time and again by 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha, who produced a string of superb saves. Ferran Torres struck the crossbar with Spain's best chance as the World Cup newcomers held on for a famous goalless draw. Watch the full Spain vs Cabo Verde highlights above.

People also ask

What was the final score of Spain vs Cabo Verde?

It finished 0-0.

Why couldn't Spain score against Cabo Verde?

Goalkeeper Vozinha was inspired, making a string of saves as Spain hit the woodwork and wasted 27 shots.

Was this a shock result?

Yes - debutants Cabo Verde holding the European champions was one of the stories of the group stage.