Cape Verde holds Spain to a scoreless draw in World Cup opener

Spain faced Cape Verde in their World Cup opener in Atlanta, where they were favored to win. The match ended in a 0-0 draw, with Spain dominating possession but struggling to create clear chances. Despite 74% possession, Spain managed only a single shot on target. Cape Verde's disciplined defensive setup effectively neutralized Spain's attacking threats, and goalkeeper Vozinha starred with seven saves. The introduction of 18-year-old Lamine Yamal energized Spain's attack in the final 20 minutes, but the score remained level as time expired.

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