Pafos FC U19 Overview

Yamal & Williams return to full training with Spain in major World Cup boost

Spain have received a significant fitness boost ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener, with Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams returning to full training. The dynamic duo had been major doubts for the group clash with Cape Verde, but their presence at the team's base camp suggests they are ready for the big stage.

Where to watch Cape Verde today?

Find out where to watch the game where you are. Scroll down for worldwide broadcasts!

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations will make debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan set to grace the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It will be the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and all will have ambitions of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages.

World Cup 2026: The Ultimate Guide

Why Barcelona are ‘worried about Yamal’ at World Cup

Barcelona are reportedly feeling a sense of dread regarding the fitness of Lamine Yamal as the teenage sensation prepares to lead Spain’s charge at the World Cup. Despite the forward’s significance to the national team, officials at the Blaugrana are concerned that the recovery process for their crown jewel is being rushed to meet international deadlines.

Spain vs Cape Verde FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

How to watch the World Cup match between Spain and Cape Verde, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
2	Borneo Samarinda	34	25	4	5	74	31	43	79	W D W W W
3	Persija Jakarta	34	22	5	7	65	29	36	71	W W L W W
4	Persebaya Surabaya	34	16	10	8	61	35	26	58	W W D W W
5	Bhayangkara Presisi Indonesia FC	34	16	5	13	53	45	8	53	W L W L L
6	Malut United	34	15	8	11	68	53	15	53	L D L W W

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