League: EPL Sport: Soccer Country: Spain Category: Scores & Results

Spain draws nil-nil with Cape Verde; Sweden prevails 5-1 over Tunisia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:58 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Spain draws nil-nil with Cape Verde; Sweden prevails 5-1 over Tunisia

Summary

Spain played to a nil-nil draw against Cape Verde in their World Cup opener in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. Despite dominating possession with nearly 70%, Spain could not find the net, missing key player Lamine Yamal due to injury. In contrast, Sweden recorded a strong 5-1 victory over Tunisia, with Yasin Ayari scoring twice, including a late goal in the 96th minute. Tunisia managed to score once but could not keep pace with Sweden's attacking play. Both teams are seeking crucial points in the group stage as the tournament progresses.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Spain held to a nil-nil draw by Cape Verde in World Cup Group H.
•Spain registered nearly 70% possession but failed to score.
•Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1, demonstrating strong offensive play.
•Yasin Ayari led Sweden with two goals in the match.
•Lamine Yamal's injury affected Spain's performance.

Latest Updates

8:58 AMYahoo Sports — Spain fails to impress in World Cup opener against Cape Verde as Sweden steamroll 5-1 past Tunisia

What they're saying

"
Spain, considered by many as one of the favourites to win the title, failed to impress in their opening match against Cape Verde, which ended in a nil-nil draw, as La Roja star Lamine Yamal remains sidelined with injury.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Liverpool EPL Soccer