Spain vs Cape Verde FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick-off Time, Team News and Starting XI Confirmed

Spain and Cape Verde are set to face off in an intriguing Spain vs Cape Verde FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H encounter at Atlanta Stadium. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9 PM PKT on June 15, as Spain begins their campaign against the tournament debutants.

Following an action-packed opening week of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Spain enters the tournament as one of the favorites to advance deep into the competition. Cape Verde, meanwhile, is making their first-ever World Cup appearance and will be eager to create history with a positive result against one of Europe's strongest teams.

Spain is expected to dominate possession and control the tempo through their talented midfield, while Cape Verde will rely on defensive discipline and quick counterattacks to challenge the former world champions. The Spain vs Cape Verde kick-off time has generated significant interest among fans eager to watch the Group H clash.

Both teams have now confirmed their Spain vs Cape Verde starting XI for the highly anticipated Group H showdown.

Spain Starting XI

Unai Simón; Marcos Llorente, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri, Fabián Ruiz, Pedri; Ferran Torres, Gavi, Mikel Oyarzabal

Cape Verde Starting XI

Vozinha; Diney Borges, Roberto Lopes, Sidny Cabral, Steven Moreira; Kevin Pina, Jamiro Monteiro, Laros Duarte; Jovane Cabral, Dailon Livramento, Ryan Mendes

Team News

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has left Lamine Yamal on the bench, while Rodri, Pedri, and Fabián Ruiz are set to lead the midfield. 

For Cape Verde, captain Ryan Mendes will guide the tournament debutants as they look to challenge one of the favorites. With both teams targeting a winning start, an exciting Group H clash is expected in Atlanta.