Where to watch Spain vs Cape Verde live at the 2026 FIFA World Cup By Janderson Luiz
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Spain takes the field this Monday (15) for its debut in the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Cape Verde, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, in Atlanta, in the United States. The match, valid for the first round of Group H, is scheduled for 1 pm (Brasília time). La Roja arrives as one of the big favorites for the title, while the Africans are making their first appearance in the tournament’s history.
Coach Luis de la Fuente opted for a cautious lineup, preserving stars like Lamine Yamal, who has recovered from a recent injury and should start on the bench. Pedri, Rodri and Fabián Ruiz form the midfield, with attacking options such as Mikel Oyarzabal and Ferran Torres. On the Cape Verde side, coach Bubista has a compact formation, led by players like Ryan Mendes and Jovane Cabral.
European experience against African determination
Spain, world runner-up in 2022 and current Euro champion, seeks to impose its style of ball possession and high intensity from the start. The clash marks the first official meeting between the teams. Cape Verde, ranked 67th in FIFA, arrives motivated after a good campaign in the African qualifiers, where they showed defensive organization.
The Atlanta stadium, with capacity for around 71 thousand fans and a retractable roof, hosts its first World Cup game. The city is preparing for a big event, with a fan fest and improvements in mobility. Jordanian referee Adham Mohammad referees the match.
What the game represents for each side
For Spain, victory is practically mandatory to lead the group, which also includes Uruguay and Saudi Arabia. A convincing victory can give confidence for the rest of the group stage and avoid unnecessary wear and tear. De La Fuente highlighted his respect for the opponent, but expects total control of the game.
Cape Verde is living the dream of debuting in the World Cup. A point or even a worthy performance would already be considered a success. The team is betting on quick transitions and solid defense to upset the favorite. Coach Bubista has been preparing the team to resist the initial pressure.
Where to watch live
In Brazil, the broadcast will be carried out by CazéTV on YouTube and possibly Betano or other channels. Also follow real-time updates on the main sports portals.
