Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has called for composure following his side's frustrating 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, insisting the reigning champions have no reason to lose their nerve despite the unconvincing result.

The goalless stalemate left Spain — widely regarded as one of the leading contenders heading into the tournament — with points dropped against opponents de la Fuente openly described as inferior on the night.

Nevertheless, the Spain manager was firm in his message to players and supporters alike: panic is not an option for a squad of this quality, and the group stage remains firmly within Spain's control.

Cape Verde, competing as heavy underdogs, produced a disciplined defensive display to deny Spain any breakthrough across 90 minutes — a result that will undoubtedly be celebrated across the archipelago nation as one of their finest moments on the international stage.

For Spain, the inability to find a goal against an opponent they were expected to overcome will raise questions, though de la Fuente made clear he has full confidence in his squad's ability to respond.