Cape Verde holds Spain to goalless draw in World Cup opener
9 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Cape Verde registered a surprising 0-0 draw against European champions Spain in their World Cup opener on June 15 in Atlanta. Goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, delivered a standout performance, making several crucial saves as Spain struggled to finish their chances. Despite dominating possession and attempting 27 shots, only seven were on target. The draw marks a significant moment for Cape Verde, competing in their first World Cup. Both teams will continue their campaigns soon, with Spain facing Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde playing Uruguay later on the same day.
- •Vozinha recorded multiple key saves to preserve the draw.
- •Spain had 27 shots but struggled for accuracy.
- •Cape Verde is competing in their first World Cup.
- •Spain will face Saudi Arabia next in Group H.
- •Cape Verde's next match is against Uruguay later today.
- 1:30 AMThe Washington Post — Tiny Cape Verde and its 40-year-old keeper just stymied soccer giant Spain - The Washington Post
- 9:57 PMYahoo Sports — 🎥 WC highlights: Vozinho unbeatable, Spain foiled by Cape Verde
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde GK Vozinha’s Popularity Skyrockets By 1,000,000 After Surprising Spain, Holding Pedri, Lamine Yamal Goalless
- 8:06 PMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde hero Vozinha sheds 'tears of resilience' after stopping Spain
- 6:52 PMBBC Sport — Vozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup debutants Cape Verde earn stunning draw against Spain
- 6:12 PMBBC Sport — 'He's the story' - Vozinha's goalkeeping heroics thwart Spain
"Cape Verde produced one of the biggest results of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far by holding tournament favorites Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta. Much of the spotlight fell on veteran goalkeeper Vozinha, whose heroics held Spain and their star-studded attack with the likes of Pedri at bay throughout the match.
"Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw for the World Cup debutants and was reduced to tears at his heroics.We competed against Spain, one of the best teams in the world.
"European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a standout performance for his side in their Group H clash.
Sources
External links- The Washington PostJun 16, 2026, 1:30 AMTiny Cape Verde and its 40-year-old keeper just stymied soccer giant Spain - The Washington Post
Goalkeeper Josimar Dias — best known by his nickname, Vozinha — and his Cape Verde teammates were monumental underdogs against the Spaniards. The match ended, 0-0.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 9:57 PM🎥 WC highlights: Vozinho unbeatable, Spain foiled by Cape Verde
Cape Verde is writing a little football fairy tale at its first World Cup. Against the mighty Spaniards, the African island nation pulled off a sensation. Even though no goals were scored, this World ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 9:25 PMCape Verde GK Vozinha’s Popularity Skyrockets By 1,000,000 After Surprising Spain, Holding Pedri, Lamine Yamal Goalless
Cape Verde produced one of the biggest results of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far by holding tournament favorites Spain to a goalless draw in Atlanta. Much of the spotlight fell on veteran goalkeeper Vozinha, whose heroics held Spain and their star-studded attack with the likes of Pedri at bay throughout the match.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 8:06 PMCape Verde hero Vozinha sheds 'tears of resilience' after stopping Spain
Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw for the World Cup debutants and was reduced to tears at his heroics.We competed against Spain, one of the best teams in the world.
- BBC SportJun 15, 2026, 6:52 PMVozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw
European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a standout performance for his side in their Group H clash.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 6:43 PMWorld Cup debutants Cape Verde earn stunning draw against Spain
World Cup debutants Cape Verde hold on for stunning draw against Spain as 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha stars.
- BBC SportJun 15, 2026, 6:12 PM'He's the story' - Vozinha's goalkeeping heroics thwart Spain
Watch Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha produce a masterclass in goalkeeping to help his team record a 0-0 draw again Spain in their Group H fixture at the 2026 World Cup.
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