In a stunning turn of events at the World Cup 2026, Cape Verde, the African debutants, held tournament favorites Spain to a 0-0 draw in Atlanta, marking one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history.

Despite being one of the smallest nations to compete, Cape Verde showcased immense determination and skill. Goalkeeper Vozinha, aged 40, emerged as a hero, making four crucial saves that kept Spain at bay. His standout moments included:

• Tipping over a header from Mikel Oyarazabal
• Denying Ferran Torres and Aymeric Laporte with spectacular saves
• Stopping late efforts from Mikel Merino and Marc Cucurella

Alongside Vozinha, Pico Lopes from Shamrock Rovers played a vital role, delivering a last-minute block against Oyarazabal's shot, preserving the draw.

Spain struggled throughout the match, with Torres missing a golden opportunity by hitting the bar from six yards. Even after introducing Lamine Yamal, the Spanish side failed to capitalize on chances, with their poor performance raising questions about their tactics.

Key match statistics revealed Spain's inefficiency:

• 27 shots without scoring, equaling their worst record since 1966
• 31 minutes before Oyarazabal touched the ball, highlighting Spain's struggles
• Cape Verde's 14 passes in the opposition's half, the lowest recorded at a World Cup

This result not only reflects Cape Verde's resilience but also puts Spain's World Cup ambitions into serious doubt, as they now face a challenging path ahead.