Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow
Spain held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday as Iran prepared to make their long-awaited entrance at the tournament after a build-up engulfed by uncertainty...
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European champions Spain were surprisingly held to a 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener on Monday, June 15. Meanwhile, Iran prepared for their anticipated tournament entrance amidst a turbulent build-up.
- Spain, heavily favored, dominated possession with 74 percent but could not score against the underdogs.
- Cape Verde, a nation of just 525,000 people, celebrated securing an improbable point in their first-ever World Cup match.
- Iran's preparations were marked by visa issues with co-hosts the United States, and protests are planned outside their opening game against New Zealand.
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow - June 2026
European champions Spain were surprisingly held to a 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener on Monday, June 15. Meanwhile, Iran prepared for their anticipated tournament entrance amidst a turbulent build-up. Iran battled back twice to secure a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in a tumultuous opening match of their World Cup campaign, with the match frequently overshadowed by political protests and ongoing tensions surrounding Iran's involvement. An Iranian national football team player's United States visa has expired after the team's World Cup opener, casting doubt on his continued participation amid a diplomatic row between Iran and the United States.
