#预测世界杯西班牙VS佛得角 Spain vs Cape Verde: This match favors Spain. Score prediction: Spain 3-0 Cape Verde

Key highlights: European Championship champions’ debut—can the new World Cup squad hold up under pressure?
As the reigning European Championship champions, Spain currently ranks No. 2 in the FIFA world rankings, with a total squad value of over €1.2 billion. Rodri and Pedri anchor the midfield to control the tempo, while 18-year-old Lamine Yamal spearheads the attack with sharp breakthroughs. Spain’s entire passing-and-possession system is firing on all cylinders, and the depth between the starting lineup and the bench is unmatched even within the group.
By contrast, Cape Verde are an African newcomer making their first appearance at the World Cup finals. They are ranked 67th in the world, with a total squad value of only €55 million. Most players ply their trade in lower-tier European leagues, and there is a clear gap between their individual ability and their experience in major tournaments compared with Spain.
In this match, Spain is highly likely to control possession and keep the pressure on throughout—breaking the deadlock already in the first half. In the second half, as the opponent’s stamina drops further, Spain should be able to extend the scoreline. While Cape Verde may show some defensive resilience, it will be extremely difficult to withstand a sustained onslaught for 90 minutes, and scoring will be very challenging.
Prediction reference: Spain 3-0 Cape Verde