Yahoo Sports reports: Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a shock stalemate by tiny tournament debutants Cape Verde.- Spain held by Cape Verde - Elsewhere Monday, European champions Spain -- one of the pre-tournament favourites for the title -- were held to a stunning 0-0 draw by African qualifiers Cape Verde.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 16, 2026 3:19 AM
Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde
Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a shock stalemate by tiny tournament debutants Cape Verde.- Spain held by Cape Verde - Elsewhere Monday, European champions Spain -- one of the pre-tournament favourites for the title -- were held to a stunning 0-0 draw by African qualifiers Cape Verde.
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