After Germany's surprising loss to Japan in the first match of Group 5 this evening (Wednesday), the teams of Spain and Costa Rica took to the grass at the Thomama Stadium in Doha, for a match in which whoever wins can take a significant step towards the round of 16 of the World Cup in Qatar 2022.
After flying in the round of 16 at the World Cup in Russia and reaching the semi-finals of Euro 2020, the Spaniards want to go much further this time when they present a squad full of talented youngsters as well as a number of veteran players who were an integral part of the great successes between 2008 and 2012.
Professionally, Spain coach Luis Enrique decided to start with Dani Olmo and Fran Torres in the front, while Marco Asensio will also try to defeat his former friend and Costa Rica goalkeeper - Keylor Navas.
The link trio consists of Barcelona players, Sergio Busquets, Federico and Gabi, with Rodri being placed as a stopper next to Eric Laporte, his Manchester City teammate.
In Costa, one of its most talented players of the last generation - Joel Campbell - started the attack.
Costa Rica fans, this evening, photo: E.P
Spain fans, this evening in Qatar, photo: IPA
Spain players warming up, this evening, photo: AFP
the progress of the game:
1: Referee Muhammad Abdullah from the United Arab Emirates kicked off the match.
The vehicles:
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