| Match Summary | |
| Match | Spain vs Cape Verde |
| Tournament | 2026 World Cup |
| Date | Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| Time | 12:00 PM (ET) / 9:00 AM (PT) |
| TV Channels | FOX, Telemundo |
| Live Stream | Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, Peacock Premium |
How to watch Spain vs Cape Verde in the USA
Viewers in the United States can catch this marquee matchup live on FOX and Telemundo through their standard TV broadcasts.
Fans who prefer streaming can tune in via Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, or Peacock Premium. This is one soccer showdown you won’t want to miss.
Can I watch Spain vs Cape Verde for free?
Soccer fans across the United States can stream this marquee matchup live on Fubo and DirecTV Stream, both of which provide qualified new users with a complimentary five-day trial.
Available nationwide through either platform, the broadcast delivers every crucial sequence and standout moment from opening kickoff through the final whistle.
Match Preview: What’s at stake?
One of the most anticipated openers of the tournament features Spain, widely seen as a top contender for the title, beginning its campaign after winning Euro 2024 and maintaining strong form ever since. A win, tie or loss will have different implications for Spain and Cape Verde.
Looking to repeat its success from South Africa 16 years ago, Spain starts in a challenging group against Cape Verde, who are making their first-ever World Cup appearance.
While the Spaniards aim for a winning start in Atlanta today, the African side is determined to make history and prove competitive on soccer’s biggest stage despite the tough matchup.
João Paulo Fernandes, Márcio Rosa and Kevin Pina of Cape Verde – Phil Walter/Getty Images
Spain vs Cape Verde: Confirmed Lineups
Spain start without Lamine Yamal, who will be on the bench today (4-4-2): Unai Simón; Marcos Llorente, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Fabián Ruiz, Gavi, Rodri Hernández, Pedri González; Ferran Torres, Mikel Oyarzabal.
Cape Verde (4-4-2): Vozinha; Diney Borges, Pico Lopes, Sidny Lopes Cabral, Steven Moreira; Kevin Pina, Jamiro Monteiro, Jovane Cabral, Laros Duarte; Dailon Livramento, Ryan Mendes.
What time is the Spain vs Cape Verde match?
The match kicks off today, June 15, at 12:00 PM (ET). For viewers in different regions of the United States, here are the local start times:
Eastern Time: 12:00 PM
Central Time: 11:00 AM
Mountain Time: 10:00 AM
Pacific Time: 9:00 AM
