Cape Verde produced one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after holding former world champions Spain to a goalless draw in a Group H encounter played on Monday.
Few gave the tournament debutants a chance against the Spanish giants, but Cape Verde displayed remarkable resilience and discipline throughout the match, frustrating Spain's star-studded attack from start to finish.
Spain dominated possession and created several scoring opportunities, but Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha emerged as the hero of the day, making a series of crucial saves to preserve a famous clean sheet.
The result marks a historic moment for Cape Verde, who are appearing at the World Cup for the first time and have immediately shown they can compete with the world's best teams.
For Spain, the draw represents an early setback in their quest for World Cup glory, while Cape Verde leave the match with renewed confidence and the admiration of football fans across the globe after one of the tournament's biggest shocks so far.
