Spain held to goalless draw by Cape Verde amid World Cup concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Spain's national soccer team played to a goalless draw against Cape Verde, raising alarms ahead of the World Cup. The match, which did not see either side score, is reminiscent of Spain's troubled history in World Cup debuts, including disappointing performances against Honduras and the Netherlands in past tournaments. The team will need to quickly address this setback to avoid further issues as the World Cup approaches. The coaching staff is expected to respond to this latest criticism and prepare for upcoming matches.
- •Spain draws 0-0 against Cape Verde in a World Cup warm-up match.
- •Previous World Cup openings have also led to disappointments for Spain.
- •Coaching staff faces pressure to rectify team issues before the tournament.
- •Concerns arise over the team's readiness for World Cup competition.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Honduras, Nigeria, Netherlands... Cape Verde stirs Spain's World Cup fears
"The bitter goalless draw against Cape Verde has set alarm bells ringing in the Spanish national team. However, this unexpected stumble is nothing new in our history.The national side carries a curious...
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