The anticipation is palpable as Spain faces Cape Verde in the World Cup 2026. Set to be held at the iconic Mercedes-Benz Stadium, this match promises excitement as Spain, traditionally a football powerhouse, takes on the rising talents from Cape Verde.
Spain comes into the game with a mixed bag of results, having recently drawn against Iraq and Egypt but securing a win against Peru. Cape Verde, on the other hand, is in excellent form, having convincingly defeated Bermuda and Serbia. Football fans should be eager to witness how these diverse styles of play clash on the world stage.
Spain – Cape Verde: When and Where?
- City: Atlanta
- Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Date: 15 June 2026
- Hour: 17:00 WAT
The match between Spain and Cape Verde will take place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Scheduled for June 15, 2026, at 17:00 local time, this World Cup encounter promises to be a thrilling spectacle. Viewers in Nigeria can tune in at 22:00 to catch the action live.
Spain – Cape Verde: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: Not available
- Broadcast time: Not available
Unfortunately, the specific TV channel and broadcast time details for this match are not available at the moment. Football enthusiasts in Nigeria are advised to check live soccer TV schedules closer to the match date for accurate broadcast information. Historically, SuperSport has been a significant broadcaster of football events including the World Cup in Africa. For detailed and updated broadcast schedules, please visit Live Soccer TV.
Spain – Cape Verde: Predicted Lineups
Let’s see the starting eleven for this exciting World Cup clash.
| 2Marc Pubill |
| 3Alejandro Grimaldo |
| 4Eric Garcia |
| 6Mikel Merino |
| 9Gavi |
| 10Dani Olmo |
| 12Pedro Porro |
| 13Joan Garcia |
| 18Martin Zubimendi |
| 19Lamine Yamal |
| 23Unai Simon |
| 25Víctor Muñoz |
| 26Borja Iglesias |
| 17Nico Williams |
| 11Yeremy Pino |
| 2Ianique Santos Tavares Stopira |
| 5Logan Costa |
| 8Joao Paulo Fernandes |
| 9Gilson Tavares Benchimol |
| 12Marcio Rosa |
| 14Deroy Duarte |
| 16Yannick Semedo |
| 17Willy Semedo |
| 19Dailon Rocha Livramento |
| 23CJ dos Santos |
| 24Wagner Pina |
| 25Kelvin Pires |
| 26Hélio Varela |
| 15Laros Duarte |
| 11Garry Mendes Rodrigues |
Spain Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Spain will be looking to field a strong lineup despite some injury concerns. The expected starting XI features key players like David Raya in goal and Mikel Oyarzabal leading the attack. However, injuries to players such as Samu Omorodion Aghehowa and Pablo Barrios might affect their depth and strategy.
- Spain predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – David Raya, Right back – Marcos Llorente, Right center back – Pau Cubarsi, Left center back – Aymeric Laporte, Left back – Marc Cucurella, Right defensive midfielder – Pedri, Left defensive midfielder – Rodri, Right wing – Ferran Torres, Attacking midfielder – Fabian Ruiz, Left wing – Alejandro Baena, Center forward – Mikel Oyarzabal
- Spain injuries and suspensions: Samu Omorodion Aghehowa (cruciate-ligament-injury), Pablo Barrios (thigh-injury), Fermin Lopez (metatarsal-fracture)
Cape Verde Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Cape Verde is set to bring their A-game with a full-strength squad as they have no reported injuries. The team has been in excellent form and will look to capitalize on their recent successes.
- Cape Verde predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – Vozinha, Right back – Steven Moreira, Right center back – Roberto Lopes, Left center back – Diney Borges, Left back – Sidny Lopes Cabral, Right defensive midfielder – Telmo Arcanjo, Left defensive midfielder – Kevin Lenini, Right wing – Ryan Mendes, Attacking midfielder – Jamiro Monteiro, Left wing – Jovane Cabral, Center forward – Nuno Da Costa
- Cape Verde injuries and suspensions: None
 Samu Omorodion Aghehowa cruciate-ligament-injury Late October 2026 |
Pablo Barrios thigh-injury Late June 2026 |
Fermin Lopez metatarsal-fracture Early August 2026 |
No injuries or suspensions reported. |
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