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World Cup 2026

Spain vs Cape Verde: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Spain SpainvsCape Verde Cape Verde
Our predictionSpain to win
Confidence: High · 92/100
Score hint: 1-0

Our model leans Spain (87% probability), high confidence.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · SpainDraw2 · Cape Verde
Full team comparison
Team strength rating
Spain
89
Cape Verde
36

Expected goals

1.80Spain
xG
0.20Cape Verde
Over 2.5 goals32%
Both teams to score15%

Recent form

SpainWDDD
Cape Verde

Most likely scorelines

1-024.3%
2-021.9%
0-013.5%
3-013.2%
4-05.9%
1-14.9%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Spain Cape Verde

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Spain win1.11Fair

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

H \ A012345
0133
1245
2224
3133
461
52

Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

1X2Spain1.11+0.1%
1X2Draw27.00-0.0%
1X2Cape Verde10.70-0.1%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds and recent form to frame this clash between Spain and Cape Verde. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 87% for Spain, 4% for the draw and 9% for Cape Verde.

Several signals point toward Spain. The odds point to a clear favourite. Spain have home advantage.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 1-0 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, Spain show W-D-D-D across their recent outings, while Cape Verde read limited data. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 32% and both teams to score at 15%. The profile leans toward a tighter, lower-scoring game.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Spain or Cape Verde?

Our model rates Spain as the most likely outcome at 87% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Spain vs Cape Verde?

A scoreline around 1-0 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The indicators lean toward under 2.5 goals.

See odds at bookmakers

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