Emma Hayes hailed Cape Verde's historic World Cup achievement as "a victory for immigration" after the tournament debutants stunned Spain by holding the European champions to a goalless draw.The African nation produced one of the shocks of the tournament so far with a disciplined defensive display that frustrated Luis de la Fuente's side throughout a tense Group H encounter in Atlanta.Spain arrived as overwhelming favourites and dominated possession, yet could find no way past a determined Cape Verde team playing at their first World Cup.Even the introduction of teenage superstar Lamine Yamal in the closing stages failed to break the deadlock as Cape Verde secured a famous point.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayThe result sparked praise from pundits and former Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, while Hayes also waxed lyrical.The United States women's national team boss paid tribute to the diverse backgrounds within the Cape Verde squad and said the result represented far more than a football achievement."This is a victory for immigration and for the quality of a team that have been put together from all over the world that are representing their crest," Hayes said."It wasn't a fortunate result, it was well earned."Hayes was full of praise for the organisation and discipline shown by Cape Verde throughout the contest.The former Chelsea manager highlighted the team's tactical discipline and commitment as key reasons behind their success."Not at any moment did they jump out of areas in the wrong moments," she said."They stuck to their task, they were disciplined, they were aggressive, they had very good transition moments."LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Iran national anthem booed in Los Angeles before thrilling World Cup draw with New ZealandEmma Raducanu spotted kissing PR executive hours after Queen's Club final heartbreakHarry Maguire makes England retirement announcement after painful World Cup snubCape Verde's achievement is all the more remarkable given the size of the nation.The island country became one of the smallest nations ever to reach a World Cup after edging out former quarter-finalists Cameroon during qualification.Their draw against Spain now gives them genuine hope of reaching the knockout stages in what is their first appearance at the tournament.Postecoglou was equally impressed by the spirit shown by the Cape Verde players as they frustrated one of football's traditional powerhouses."The greatest in sport and in football lies in the intangibles," the Australian said."There was something inside those Cape Verde players that wasn't going to let them yield today."We sat here and analysed the teams and you say, well, Spain should really win this comfortably, but we don't have what they have inside them, in their hearts."Postecoglou also reflected on what the result meant for the nation itself.He added: "There's a small nation of people now who proudly say, 'I'm from Cape Verde,' and there's a recognition from everyone in the world of who they are."Spain will be disappointed not to have begun their campaign with victory, particularly given the number of chances they created.La Roja are next in action against Saudi Arabia on Sunday (5pm).Cape Verde will tackle Uruguay later that night (11pm).Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter