Spain faces Cape Verde in World Cup match on November 22

Spain to Face Cape Verde in World Cup Opener on Monday

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 13 different kickoff times, with Spain set to kick off their campaign against Cape Verde at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The match is scheduled for Monday at 12pm local time (16:00 GMT).

Spain, the reigning European champions, are expected to be strong contenders for the title. They have a history of success, having won their maiden world title in 2010. However, they have struggled in recent campaigns, bowing out in the group stage in 2014 and exiting in the round of 16 in 2018 and 2022.

Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut, will be looking to make a positive impression on the global stage. The archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean has qualified for the tournament as one of 10 African representatives. Cape Verde’s international breakthrough came in 2013 when they qualified for their first Africa Cup of Nations and reached the quarterfinal stage.

Spain will face Cape Verde at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with the match expected to be a significant test for both teams. Spain have an 87.2 percent probability of winning the match, while Cape Verde have a slim 4.8 percent chance of victory. A draw has an 8.15 percent chance.

The match is part of Group H, which also includes Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. Spain are expected to be strong contenders for the group, with Opta’s supercomputer handing them a 15.94 percent probability to lift the title. The team will likely face some competition from France, who have a close second at 13.62 percent odds.

The match is scheduled to take place on Monday, and fans can follow all live updates on Al Jazeera Sport.

Source: Al Jazeera