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Spain prepares for World Cup opener against Cape Verde in Atlanta

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 6:50 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Spain prepares for World Cup opener against Cape Verde in Atlanta

Summary

Spain's national soccer team is set to begin its World Cup campaign against Cape Verde today at 18:00 local time in Atlanta. With confidence stemming from just one official defeat since 2023, Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente has confirmed all players are available. The Spanish press highlights the team's optimism, with players like Mikel Oyarzabal declaring the importance of self-belief. Meanwhile, Argentina is building anticipation for the upcoming match featuring Lionel Messi, who will participate in his sixth World Cup. Yesterday, Germany achieved a dominant 7-1 victory over Curaçao, while the Netherlands faced a challenging start against Japan.

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By the Numbers

•Spain faces Cape Verde in World Cup group stage opener today.
•Luis de la Fuente confirms all players available for selection.
•Mikel Oyarzabal emphasizes the need for self-belief among teammates.
•Germany defeats Curaçao 7-1 in their opening match.
•Netherlands experiences a tough match against Japan.

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