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Cape Verde boss explains defensive masterclass in shock Spain draw

Cape Verde manager Bubista defended his side's deep-lying approach after they held Spain to a surprise draw at the World Cup. While La Roja dominated possession, the coach argued his team controlled the game through organisation, discipline and defensive structure, earning a valuable point against one of the tournament favourites.

Spain v Cabo Verde: Group H - FIFA World Cup 2026

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Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Schedule

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Spain vs Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of Spain vs Saudi Arabia at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

Yamal consoled by Garcia after shock Spain draw

Lamine Yamal was consoled by girlfriend Ines Garcia after Spain were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Cape Verde in their World Cup opener. The Barcelona star came off the bench but could not inspire a breakthrough as La Roja squandered a host of chances and dropped unexpected points in Group H.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
10	Mainz 05	34	10	10	14	44	53	-9	40	W L W L D
11	Union Berlin	34	10	9	15	44	58	-14	39	W W D L L
12	Borussia Moenchengladbach	34	9	11	14	42	53	-11	38	W L W D D
13	Hamburger SV	34	9	11	14	40	54	-14	38	D W W L L
14	FC Koeln	34	7	11	16	49	63	-14	32	L L D L D

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