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Spain opens World Cup 2026 campaign against Cape Verde on June 15

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:30 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Spain opens World Cup 2026 campaign against Cape Verde on June 15

Summary

Spain will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign in Group H against Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta. Luis de la Fuente leads a strong Spanish squad, ranked second in FIFA, that includes key players like Rodri, Pedri, and Lamine Yamal. They are expected to dominate against newcomers Cape Verde, who are making their World Cup debut. Spain's subsequent matches include encounters with Saudi Arabia on June 21 and Uruguay on June 26, both of which are crucial for their advancement in the tournament. Uruguay, managed by Marcelo Bielsa, is seen as the primary competitor for Spain in the group.

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Status Watch

•Spain vs Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta
•Uruguay vs Spain on June 26 in Guadalajara
•Cape Verde making first World Cup appearance
•Saudi Arabia looking to improve after 2022 performance
•Top two teams from each group advance

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6:30 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026 Group H guide: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay fixtures, key players and prediction

What they're saying

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Spain will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign in Group H, where they have been drawn alongside Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. Luis de la Fuente’s side arrive as one of the strongest teams in the tournament, while Uruguay bring pedigree, intensity and a proven manager in Marcelo Bielsa.
— Yahoo Sports

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