Spain and Cape Verde Islands played to a goalless draw at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta during Group Stage Round 1. Spain dominated possession at seventy-four percent and created numerous chances, recording twenty-seven shots with seven on goal, but Cape Verde Islands' goalkeeper Vozinha proved decisive, making seven saves to earn player of the match honors with a rating of 9.6. Cape Verde Islands remained compact in defense, conceding eleven corner kicks while recording just one shot on goal. The draw leaves Spain with seven points and Cape Verde Islands with three points in Group H. Both teams remain alive in their qualification battle as they progress through the tournament.