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Spain Held by Cape Verde as World Cup Day Ends Without a Winner

How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By מערכת וואלה ספורט

First reported by N12 · Jun 16, 2026

What happened

Spain were held 0-0 by Cape Verde in one of several surprises on a historic 2026 World Cup day. Egypt drew 1-1 with Belgium, Uruguay tied Saudi Arabia late, and Iran and New Zealand finished 2-2. It was the first World Cup matchday to end with no winner.

  • 01The 2026 World Cup had its first-ever matchday without a single winner.
  • 02Cape Verde stunned Spain with a 0-0 draw.
  • 03Egypt held Belgium 1-1 and nearly won.
  • 04Uruguay equalized late against Saudi Arabia, ending 1-1.
  • 05Iran and New Zealand drew 2-2 in the early morning.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

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OrganizationsSpain, Cape Verde, Belgium, Egypt, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Iran, New Zealand

Full coverage · 4 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

WallaCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Spain Held by Cape Verde as World Cup Day Ends Without a Winner
N12Center · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Four World Cup matches deliver upsets and late drama
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
World Cup Drama Continues as Spain Stumble, Belgium Escape and More Draws Follow
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Iran, Belgium and Saudi Arabia all drop points in a dramatic World Cup night
N12Center · HebrewJun 16, 2026
World Cup Day 5 Full of Surprises as Cape Verde Stuns Spain and Iran Is Booed
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
World Cup Day 5 Delivers Four Draws, Including Cape Verde’s Shock Against Spain

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