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Spain Held to Shock Goalless Draw by Cape Verde in World Cup Opener

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 15, 2026
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What happened

Spain opened the 2026 World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde on June 15, 2026. The result left Spain on one point, while Spanish media heavily criticized coach Luis de la Fuente and striker Ferran Torres' missed chance. Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha was widely praised after keeping Spain out.

  • 01Spain opened the 2026 World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde.
  • 02The draw leaves European champions Spain with just one point.
  • 03Goalkeeper Vozinha starred for Cape Verde and stopped Spain repeatedly.
  • 04Spanish media slammed Luis de la Fuente's lineup, including Lamine Yamal's bench role.
  • 05Critics said Ferran Torres' miss could define the match.

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N12Center · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Spain Held to Shock Goalless Draw by Cape Verde in World Cup Opener
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Spain Held to Goalless Draw by Debutants Cape Verde in World Cup Opener
N12Center · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Oyarzabal posts a World Cup first as Spain struggle in opener

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