Spain Held by Cape Verde as Yamal Finds Support After World Cup Frustration

Thenews_chronicle | 17-06-2026 12:45am |

Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign commenced with a disappointing result as they were held to a goalless draw by Cape Verde in their Group H opener. Despite dominating possession and generating multiple scoring chances throughout the match, the European side was unable to convert any of their opportunities into goals. The match took place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where Spain's efforts were met with a resilient defensive performance from Cape Verde. The outcome has left Spain seeking to regroup and improve in their upcoming fixtures.

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