Cape Verde Draws Spain in World Cup Debut

The tiny island nation of Cape Verde silenced expectations in their World Cup debut, frustrating European champion Spain with a resolute defensive display. Despite Spain being tournament favorites and -1200 to win, Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, was stellar in goal, making crucial saves to deny Ferran Torres, Pedri, and Aymeric Laporte.

Spain came closest through a Torres effort that struck the bar, while Cape Verde had their own late chance when Diney Borges saw his header saved by Unai Simon. The result places Cape Verde alongside other teams that have shocked soccer giants in World Cup history, including Cameroon's 1990 win over Argentina and Senegal's 2002 victory over France. truewildslot.com