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Spain held to draw by Cape Verde in 2026 World Cup opener

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:42 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Spain held to draw by Cape Verde in 2026 World Cup opener

Summary

Spain began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a surprising draw against Cape Verde. The match took place on June 15, where Spain struggled to find their rhythm, continuing a trend of slow World Cup starts. Historically, the team has managed to bounce back in subsequent matches, and they will look to improve as the tournament progresses. The outcome puts pressure on Spain to secure points in their upcoming fixtures.

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Key Details

•Spain opens the 2026 World Cup with a draw against Cape Verde
•The match occurred on June 15
•Spain has a history of slow starts at World Cups
•Upcoming fixtures will be critical for Spain's advancement

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What they're saying

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Spain have a history of starting slowly at World Cups before finding their form, but nobody -- not even them -- expected to open 2026 with a draw against tiny Cape Verde.
— ESPNby Alex Kirkland

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