Spain stunned in 0-0 draw with World Cup debutants Cape Verde
Spain's national soccer team was held to a 0-0 draw by World Cup debutants Cape Verde in a Group H match. Despite dominating possession, Spain failed to score against a disciplined defensive performance led by goalkeeper Vozinha.
Why it matters
Highlights a significant upset in international soccer, impacting tournament standings and team morale.
Cape Verde announced themselves on the World Cup stage with a stunning 0-0 draw against Spain on Monday (June 15, 2026), frustrating the European champions who dominated possession and had 27 goal attempts but could find no way past 40-year-old keeper Vozinha.
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