Cabo Verde shocks the world in tie with Spain as FIFA World Cup games kick off in Atlanta

Spain and Cabo Verde drew 0-0 in a FIFA World Cup group stage match on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (renamed Atlanta Stadium for the tournament) in Atlanta — the first World Cup game ever played in the city. The result is considered a major upset, as Cabo Verde, one of the smallest nations by population to ever compete in the World Cup, held a heavily favored Spain side scoreless in their World Cup debut. The match marks a historic moment for both Atlanta and the small island nation of Cabo Verde.