Spain football are ready to begin their quest to upgrade their status from European champions to world champions at the World Cup 2026.
Luis de la Fuente’s side take on Cape Verde initially, with their biggest fear easing in recent days.
That’s because Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal should be available to play a role off the bench, if needed, in Atlanta.
For Cape Verde, the second-smallest country by land area after Curacao, there is an opportunity to test themselves against the favourites and show what they can do on this stage on debut.
Here’s everything you need to know about the World Cup 2026 game:
When is Spain v Cape Verde?
Spain battle Cape Verde at 5pm BST (12pm EST) on Monday 15 June at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the UK can watch the match free-to-air on ITV 1, ITV X, STV and STV Player with coverage starting at 11am BST. It can also be live streamed on ITVX.
Team news
Spain now have Lamine Yamal fit enough to play a role off the bench. In his place to start, look for Ferran Torres and Alex Baena to flank Mikel Oyarzabal.
Nico Williams (hamstring) and Victor Munoz (fatigue) could also miss out here.
Predicted line-ups
Spain XI: Simon; Llorente, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella; Fabian, Rodri, Pedri; Torres, Oyarzabal, Baena
Cape Verde XI: Vozinha; Moreira, Costa, Pico, Paulo; Semedo, Pina; Mendes, Monteiro, Cabral; Dailon
Latest odds
Spain to win – 1/12
Draw – 9/1
Cape Verde to win – 28/1
