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Jun 14, 2026
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Spain Takes on Cape Verde in World Cup 2026 Opener

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Spain, the reigning European champions, begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against Cape Verde, a debutant in the tournament. Spain are strong favourites, but Cape Verde are looking to make a mark in their first World Cup appearance.

The Stage is Set for Spain vs Cape Verde

Spain and Cape Verde will face off in their World Cup 2026 Group H match on Monday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, United States. Spain, led by a new generation of players including Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Gavi, and Ferran Torres, are strong favourites to win the tournament.

Spain's Road to the World Cup

Spain have endured a dismal run in the previous three World Cup campaigns, but their Euro 2024 success and a new golden generation of players have prompted bookmakers to keep them at the top of the potential winners' list. La Roja have become unshakeable over the last four years, going 30 matches unbeaten since a 1-0 friendly loss to Colombia at Wembley in March 2024.

Cape Verde's World Cup Debut

Cape Verde, with fewer than 600,000 inhabitants, will make their World Cup debut on Monday. The archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean qualified for the tournament after their fairytale qualification, which coincided with its 50th anniversary of independence from Portugal.

Spain vs Cape Verde Prediction

Spain are strong favourites to win this match, having an 87.2 percent probability of walking away with three points. Cape Verde have a slim 4.8 percent chance of victory, while a draw has an 8.15 percent chance. Overall, Spain have a 76.53 percent probability to win Group H.

How to Watch Spain vs Cape Verde

The following is the list of broadcasters and platforms to watch the game in these countries:

  • Spain: LA 1, DAZN Mundial, RTVE Play
  • Cape Verde: New World TV, SuperSport
  • United Kingdom: ITVX, ITV1, STV Player, STV
  • USA: FOX, FOX One, Telemundo App, Telemundo Network, Peacock