Cape Verde delivered the first major upset of the World Cup group stage on Monday, holding Spain — one of the tournament's favourites — to a 0-0 draw despite being ranked 64th in the world.

The result sent shockwaves through the competition, with the Blue Sharks frustrating Spain at every turn and denying them the opening victory they had expected.

Spain entered the match as heavy favourites, but Cape Verde's disciplined defensive display ensured the two sides could not be separated, marking one of the most remarkable results in World Cup group-stage history.