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Cape Verde seeks to surprise Spain at World Cup opening match

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 11:08 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Cape Verde seeks to surprise Spain at World Cup opening match

Summary

Cape Verde faces Spain in their opening game of the World Cup, marking a significant moment for the nation. Coach Telmo Arcanjo expressed confidence in the team's ability to surprise fans, emphasizing their preparation and potential. This appearance is considered a fairy-tale story for Cape Verde, adding to the tournament's intrigue. The match is set to take place today.

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Key Details

•Cape Verde plays against Spain in their World Cup opener.
•Coach Telmo Arcanjo believes they can surprise their opponents.
•This tournament marks a significant milestone for Cape Verde.

What they're saying

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Cape Verde’s presence at this World Cup, where they take on favourites Spain in their opening game, is one of the fairy-tales of this tournament. But it has been coming. “I believe we can surprise people once again,” Telmo Arcanjo tells Sky Sports.
— Sky Sports

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