Spain dominate possession and chances in their Group H match against Cape Verde but must settle for a 0-0 draw. Multiple reports highlight an unusual incident involving Spain’s Mikel Oyarzabal. He becomes the first player on record to go the opening 30 minutes of a World Cup match without touching the ball. His first touch comes in the 31st minute, during Spain’s continued control of the game.
Spain play most of the match on the front foot, including a reported 74% possession and multiple opportunities to score. However, Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha makes a series of saves that help keep the match scoreless. Despite Spain’s sustained attacking pressure, the match ends without a breakthrough for either side. The result means Spain fail to convert dominance into goals, while Cape Verde secure a point in a game where their defensive effort and goalkeeping are decisive during the periods when chances fall to Spain.
