Spain take on Cape Verde in their World Cup opener and you can live stream the game around the world for free.
Two years on from their Euro 2024 triumph, Spain are looking to emulate the heroes of 2010 and repeat their continental success on the global stage.
Luis de la Fuente’s side are many favorites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the players who rode to European glory now two years older, wiser and – dare we say it – maybe even better. Star wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are still only 18 and 23, respectively, and both have recovered from late-season injuries in time to feature in the tournament, though neither is in the starting lineup here. Despite that, a wealth of talent across the squad means Spain are expected to cruise past World Cup debutants Cape Verde as they begin their quest to win the tournament for a second time.
This Group H opener promises to be a baptism of fire for Cape Verde, who play their first ever World Cup match against arguably the strongest team in the tournament. The West African nation gave an indicator of their level with a 3-0 friendly win over Serbia earlier this month, but this Spanish side are a completely different animal. Manager Pedro Brito has found success playing a direct style, with his team well-organised and a threat from set-pieces, and these strengths will surely need to come to the fore if Cape Verde are to get a result in Atlanta.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Spain vs Cape Verde for free anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
Spain vs Cape Verde: Team News
Spain XI: Simon; Llorente, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella; Pedri, Rodri, Ruiz; Torres, Oyarzabal, Gavi.
Cape Verde XI: Vozinha; Moreira, Lopes, Borges, S Cabral; Pina, Duarte; Mendes, Monteiro, J Cabral; Delivery.
How to watch Spain vs Cape Verde for free
Spain vs Cape Verde is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Spain vs Cape Verde in the USA
American viewers can watch Spain vs Cape Verde on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish communication).
You can watch all World Cup games on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo available on cord cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Spain vs Cape Verde on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock likewise.
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How to watch Spain vs Cape Verde in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Spain vs Cape Verde free on ITV. Live coverage is on ITV1 and ITVX.
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How to watch Spain vs Cape Verde in Australia
Spain vs Cape Verde will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch Spain vs Cape Verde in Canada
In Canada, TSN will broadcast Spain vs Cape Verde.
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Spain vs Cape Verde: Match Information
When does Spain vs Cape Verde start?
Spain vs Cape Verde starts at 5pm BST / 12pm ET Monday 15 June. It is at 02:00 AEST Tuesday 16 June in Australia.
What is the squad for Spain vs Cape Verde?
Spain
Goalkeepers: Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal), Joan Garcia (Barcelona).
Defenders: Marcos Llorente (Atletico Madrid), Marc Pubill (Atletico Madrid), Pedro Porro (Tottenham), Aymeric Laporte (Athletic Bilbao), Eric Garcia (Barcelona), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Marc Cucurella (Real Madrid), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen).
Midfielders: Rodri (Manchester City), Martin Zubimendi (Arsenal), Mikel Merino (Arsenal), Pedri (Barcelona), Gavi (Barcelona), Fabian Ruiz (Paris St-Germain), Alex Baena (Atletico Madrid).
Extenders: Yeremy Pino (Crystal Palace), Victor Munoz (Osasuna), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Ferran Torres (Barcelona), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Dani Olmo (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Borja Iglesias (Celta Vigo).
Cape Verde
Goalkeepers: Vozinha (Chaves), Marcio Rosa (Montana), CJ dos Santos (San Diego).
Defenders: Stopira (Torreense), Roberto Lopes (Shamrock Rovers), Joao Paulo (FCSB), Diney (Al Bataeh), Logan Costa (Villarreal), Steven Moreira (Columbus Crew), Wagner Pina (Trabzonspor), Sidny Lopes Cabral (Benfica), Kelvin Pires (SJK).
Midfielders: Jamiro Monteiro (PEC Zwolle), Kevin Pina (Krasnodar), Deroy Duarte (Ludogorets), Telmo Arcanjo (Vitoria Guimaraes), Laros Duarte (Puskas Akademia), Yannick Semedo (Farense).
Extenders: Ryan Mendes (Igdir), Garry Rodrigues (Apollon Limassol), Willy Semedo (Omonia), Jovane Cabral (Estrela Amadora), Gilson Tavares (Akron Tolyatti), Dailon Livramento (Casa Pia), Helio Varela (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Nuno da Costa (Istanbul Basaksehir).
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Position |
Team |
DG |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Spain |
0 |
0 |
|
2 |
Cape Verde |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
Saudi Arabia |
0 |
0 |
|
4 |
Uruguay |
0 |
0 |
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