Spain faces Cape Verde in World Cup opener at Atlanta's Mercedes‑Benz Stadium

Spain opens the 2026 FIFA World Cup against debutants Cape Verde on Monday, June 15, at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The match will be shown on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with streaming available via DIRECTV (free trial) and FuboTV (free trial).

Spain’s teenage forward Lamine Yamal, who missed the end of the club season with a hamstring injury, has been cleared to play and is expected to feature for at least a few minutes, according to coach Luis de la Fuente. Spain, the 2010 World Cup champion and co‑favorite with France, will look to build on its recent European Championship success, while Cape Verde makes its first World Cup appearance.

The venue’s advertising features Yamal’s image, reflecting his popularity in the United States, and fans have gathered in Atlanta ahead of the match.