Spain Open World Cup Campaign as Heavy Favorites Against Debutants Cape Verde

The Analyst · 1w ago

Euro 2024 champions Spain begin their 2026 World Cup campaign at Atlanta Stadium against Cape Verde, a nation of roughly 525,000 people making its first-ever appearance at the finals after edging out Cameroon in qualifying. Coach Luis de la Fuente is expected to rest a hamstring-troubled Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, but Spain's depth still makes them overwhelming favorites in a Group H that also features Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. A win would put Spain in pole position early in the group stage.