Spain open their World Cup campaign with a 0-0 draw against Cabo Verde in Group H. All reports describe a match in which Spain, despite being seen as a favorite, cannot break down Cabo Verde’s defense and finishes the game without scoring. Cabo Verde earn a point described as historic for the team in their World Cup debut. NBC highlights that Vuzinha plays a key role for Cabo Verde, making decisive saves that prevent Spain from turning pressure into goals. In addition, Spain makes changes during the second half, with Yamal, Williams and Olmo coming on, but the substitutions do not change the outcome. Multiple outlets frame the result as a surprise: Spain fail to “decipher” Cabo Verde’s defensive organization and settle for a scoreless draw. The match ends with both teams sharing the points, leaving Spain without a win in their tournament opener while Cabo Verde record a well-defended point.