Spain vs Cape Verde Islands: World Cup 2026 Group H Match Preview

Match Context

Spain face Cape Verde Islands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, with kick-off on 2026-06-15 at 16:00 UTC. The clash comes in the World Cup Group Stage - 1, with both sides starting on 0 points, 0 goal difference in Group H. Spain are currently ranked 1st in the group table snapshot, Cape Verde Islands 2nd.

Spain Availability

There are no listed injuries or suspensions for Spain. All players named in the squad, including key midfielders Rodri, Pedri, Gavi and attackers Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, Mikel Oyarzabal and Nico Williams, are expected to be available. With no players doubtful or sidelined, the coach has full flexibility across all lines, from goalkeepers Unai Simón and David Raya through to forwards Borja Iglesias and the wide options.

Cape Verde Islands Availability

Cape Verde Islands also report no absentees in the data provided. Veterans such as Vózinha, Stopira, Ryan Mendes and Garry Rodrigues, along with attacking threats Nuno da Costa, Jovane Cabral, Willy Semedo, Gilson Benchimol and D. Livramento, are all expected to be available, giving the staff a complete group to select from.

Impact Summary

With no confirmed injuries or suspensions on either side, neither Spain nor Cape Verde Islands suffer any loss of attacking output based on the available squad lists. Both managers can rely on their full attacking and creative resources for this opener.