Spain held to goalless draw by World Cup debutants Cape Verde

Spain, the European champions, kicked off their World Cup campaign on Monday with a disappointing 0-0 draw against tournament debutants Cape Verde. Despite being clear favorites, the Spanish side could not find the back of the net. The result means Spain will need to improve in their upcoming matches to justify their status as one of the tournament's top teams. The Cape Verdean team, making its first World Cup appearance, earned a valuable point against a strong opponent. For Spain, the lack of goals is a concern, and they must now focus on securing victories in their remaining group games.