Spain vs Cape Verde official lineups, Monday, 15 June 2026, World Cup Group H Spain and Cape Verde concluded their opening match in Group H of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a scoreless draw. The game left fans feeling let down on Monday, June 15, at Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in Atlanta, Georgia. With many expecting a bold victory from Spain, they departed feeling disappointed. This draw feels almost like a loss for Spain.

Imagine, Cape Verde managed to hold off the European champions, Spain. It was a dream debut for the African nation, marking their first-ever appearance in a World Cup.

Livramento and his teammates successfully withstood the attacking waves from the Red Fury, who were not at their sharpest. Notably, Oyarzabal had a lackluster performance, and Ferran Torres hit the crossbar from close range, but Vozinha, the Cape Verdean goalkeeper, also delivered an impressive display. For the Spaniards, there was a silver lining: Lamine Yamal returned to the field (albeit for just twenty minutes) nearly two months after suffering a muscle tear with Barcelona. Yet, even Yamal couldn't turn the tide for this unconvincing Spain. Spain's upcoming match is against Saudi Arabia on Sunday, June 21, 2026, while Cape Verde will face Uruguay on the same day.

Background

Spain are the reigning European Champions and holds the No. 2 spot in the global rankings. They aim to clinch their second World Cup title and are undoubtedly seen as strong favorites for the match. On the other hand, Cape Verde is making their historic debut in the World Cup. The team earned their spot after a remarkable performance in the CAF qualifiers. While they are viewed as significant underdogs, they come into the tournament ready to compete fearlessly and give it their all. 👉   No players from Serie A, nor with Spain or Cape Verde. NOTE:  Two former Serie A players have joined the Cape Verde team: Dailon Rocha Livramento (previously with Verona, but still owned by the yellow-blues) and Jovane Cabral (formerly with Lazio and Verona). 👉   Click here for  Full 2026 World Cup Squad Lists – Confirmed rosters for all 48 teams. 👉  Click here for  2026 World Cup Group Stage Standings.  

   Spain World Cup Squad:

• Goalkeepers: Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal), Joan Garcia (Barcelona).
• Defenders: Marc Cucurella (Chelsea), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Aymeric Laporte (Athletic Bilbao), Marc Pubill (Atletico Madrid), Eric Garcia (Barcelona), Marcos Llorente (Atletico Madrid), Pedro Porro (Tottenham Hotspur).
• Midfielders: Pedri (Barcelona), Fabian Ruiz (PSG), Martin Zubimendi (Arsenal), Gavi (Barcelona), Rodri (Manchester City), Alex Baena (Atletico Madrid), Mikel Merino (Spain).
• Forwards: Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Dani Olmo (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Yeremy Pino (Crystal Palace), Ferran Torres (Barcelona), Borja Iglesias (Celta de Vigo), Víctor Muñoz (Osasuna), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)

   Cabo Verde World Cup Squad: 

• Goalkeepers: Vozinha (Chaves), Marcio Rosa (Montana), CJ dos Santos (San Diego)
• Defenders: Stopira (Torreense), Roberto Lopes (Shamrock Rovers), Joao Paulo (FCSB), Diney (Al Bataeh), Logan Costa (Villarreal), Steven Moreira (Columbus Crew), Wagner Pina (Trabzonspor), Sidny Lopes Cabral (Benfica), Kelvin Pires (SJK)
• Midfielders: Jamiro Monteiro (PEC Zwolle), Kevin Pina (Krasnodar), Deroy Duarte (Ludogorets), Telmo Arcanjo (Vitoria Guimaraes), Laros Duarte (Puskas Akademia), Yannick Semedo (Farense)
• Forwards: Ryan Mendes (Igdir), Garry Rodrigues (Apollon Limassol), Willy Semedo (Omonia), Jovane Cabral (Estrela Amadora), Gilson Tavares (Akron Tolyatti), Dailon Livramento (Casa Pia), Helio Varela (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Nuno da Costa (Istanbul Basaksehir)

 

🇪🇸🏟️ ¡España ya está en el Atlanta Stadium!

Y te lo enseñamos desde bien cerquita.#VamosEspaña | #CopaMundialFIFA pic.twitter.com/X5MhMmMo1r — Selección Española Masculina de Fútbol (@SEFutbol) June 15, 2026

Spain official starting lineup against Cape Verde

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Cape Verde official starting lineup against Spain

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𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹 2026: 𝗗𝗶𝗮 2️⃣7️⃣

Os Tubarões Azuis fizeram ontem o último treino de preparação para o jogo contra Espanha SUBSCREVA NO NOSSO CANAL NO YOUTUBE https://t.co/ykd5P5D1Gl ----- #FIFAWorldCup | #FIFAWorldCup2026 | #CaboVerde | #TubarõesAzuis | #WeAreCaboVerde pic.twitter.com/PecntB66AP — Federação Cabo-verdiana de Futebol (@fcfcomunica) June 15, 2026

        Buy FIFA World Cup Tickets Sports, Football, Soccer, FIFA World Cup Tickets World Cup Group H Matchday 1 🇪🇸    Spain 0 - 0 Cape Verde  🇨🇻  (Cabo Verde) Tournament: 2026 FIFA World Cup, Group H Date: Monday, June 15, 2026 Time: 12:00 p.m. EDT / 18:00 CEST Location: Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, GA, USA Referee: Adham Makhadmeh JOR Assistant Referee 1: Mohammad Al-Kalaf JOR Assistant Referee 2: Ahmad Al-Roalle JOR Fourth Official: Andres Rojas COL Reserve AR: Alexander Guzman COL ⚽️   Goals:  None 🟨   Yellow Cards:  16' Sidny Lopes Cabral (C), 93' Pedri (S) ✅   Official lineups - Tabellino: Spain lineup: Unai Simón; Marcos Llorente, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Pedri, Rodri, Fabián Ruiz; Ferran Torres, Mikel Oyarzabal, Gavi. Substitutes: David Raya, Joan García, Pedro Porro, Alejandro Grimaldo, Martín Zubimendi, Álex Baena, Mikel Merino, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Yéremy Pino, Lamine Yamal, Borja Iglesias, Marc Pubill, Eric García, Víctor Muñoz. Head Coach: Luis de la Fuente Cape Verde lineup: Vozinha; Steven Moreira, Pico Lopes, Diney Borges, Sidny Cabral; Kevin Pina, Laros Duarte; Ryan Mendes, Jamiro Monteiro, Jovane Cabral; Dailon Livramento. Substitutes: Márcio Rosa, CJ dos Santos, Stopira, Kelvin Pires, Logan Costa, Wagner Pina, João Paulo, Yannick Semedo, Telmo Arcanjo, Deroy Duarte, Garry Rodrigues, Willy Semedo, Nuno da Costa, Gilson Benchimol. Head Coach: Bubista  

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