US NEWS : Cape Verde held off powerful Spain

 Cape Verde held off powerful Spain

Cape Verde, the African country, is playing in the World Cup for the first time. On the other hand, Spain is the 2010 World Cup champion. The two teams face off today.

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Such a start is like a dream. Did Cape Verde think they would stop the European champions Spain? Maybe not. But the results of the 90 minutes of play say that Spain could not score a goal. The Blue Circles, who are playing in the World Cup for the first time, got a valuable point.

Cape Verde and their goalkeeper Vozinia can achieve great success. Keeping the European champions until the 85th minute is no small feat! That's what happened. Spain, who are desperate for a goal, are not able to take a good shot on goal.

In this situation, Lamine Yamal came on the field in the 71st minute, replacing Mikel Merino. Coach Luis de la Fuente is trying to bet on Yamal, who has not fully recovered.

The game is still goalless after 85 minutes. Spain 0:0 Cape Verde.

Cape Verde did not allow Spain to score

Cape Verde could not have started better. The team blocked Spain with a closed-mouth defense in the first 45 minutes. During this time, they took multiple shots on goal, kept possession of the ball for a long time. However, the work was not done.

Spain's attack vs. Cape Verde's defense

Spain vs. Cape Verde Spain has been playing in a passing rhythm since the beginning of the match. But Cape Verde started with five defenders from the start. Cape Verde seems to have learned this lesson after watching the Germany-Curacao match. The team is handling all of Spain's attacks with their jaws clenched. Spain attacked in the first quarter, and Cape Verde stopped one after another.

With Yamal and Williams missing from the starting lineup, Spain's two wings are not showing their normal play. The situation may change if they return in the second half.