Rodri criticizes Cape Verde’s defensive style after Spain’s tense World Cup opener

In their World Cup opener, Spain secured a hard-fought victory but were left frustrated by Cape Verde's ultra-defensive tactics. The African side set up in a deep block, rarely venturing past midfield, which stifled Spain's possession-based game. Rodri, the Manchester City midfielder, didn't hold back in his post-match assessment, claiming the opposition showed no ambition to play football. The Group C fixture saw Spain dominate possession but struggle to break down a compact Cape Verde lineup....