Spain will be looking to kickstart their World Cup campaign in style when they take on Cape Verde in their opening group-stage match. As David faces Goliath at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, we predict a 3-0 home win. La Roja head into the tournament in excellent form, having avoided defeat in each of their last ten outings. The good news for Spain is that Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal is expected to recover in time for the clash, adding even more quality to an already talented squad. While experienced striker Alvaro Morata, defender Dean Huijsen, and full-back Alejandro Balde have been omitted, Spain still possess tremendous attacking depth. Their recent numbers are impressive, with 2.7 goals scored per game, a 70% clean-sheet rate, and only 0.5 goals conceded on average across their last ten matches.
Cape Verde, meanwhile, arrive full of confidence after recording back-to-back 3-0 friendly wins over Serbia and Bermuda. The Blue Sharks have also been difficult to break down recently, keeping clean sheets in 60% of their last ten matches while averaging 1.9 goals scored per game. Much will depend on the performances of experienced forward Ryan Mendes, attacking threat Dailon Livramento, and defender Logan Costa. However, facing one of the tournament favourites represents a significant step up in class, and Spain's superior quality should ultimately make the difference.
Spain boast a strong defensive record, while Cape Verde have shown they can stay competitive against quality opposition. Therefore, Spain to Win to Nil seems like the best betting option for this matchup, alongside Yamal to Score and Spain to Win Both Halves.
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Monday 15 June 2026 at 17:00.
What is our Spain vs Cape Verde prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Spain 3 - 0 Cape Verde
Spain vs Cape Verde Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 3-0 @ 550 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ -225 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -225 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ 100 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -334 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Mikel Oyarzabal @ -200 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Mikel Oyarzabal @ 275 Odds
- To be Booked: Kelvin Pires @ 175 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Spain -2.5 @ -149 Odds
- European Handicap: Tie - Cape Verde +3 @ 600 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -3300 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Spain to Win @ -6600 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Spain to Win/Spain to Win @ -300 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Spain - Yes @ -225 Odds
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View OfferSpain Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwwwwwdwdd | 2.20 |
| Home | wwdwdd | 2.00 |
| Away | dwww | 2.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 50% | 75% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.20 | 2.50 | 4.25 |
| Scored | 2.70 | 2.00 | 3.75 |
| Conceded | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.50 |
| BTTS | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Clean Sheets | 70% | 67% | 75% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 17% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 2.45 | 2.53 | 2.32 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.64 | 0.53 | 0.79 |
Cape Verde Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwdwddldww | 1.90 |
| Home | wwddww | 2.33 |
| Away | wddl | 1.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 2.00 | 4.00 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 1.83 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 0.17 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 40% | 17% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 60% | 83% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 17% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.46 | 1.77 | 1.09 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.95 | 0.91 | 1.00 |
Spain vs Cape Verde Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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