Spain this afternoon open their World Cup campaign against Costa Rica.
While perhaps not the powerhouse of old, their run to the semi-finals last time did end their hoodoo of not having won a knockout game since winning Euro 2012. Though still a work in progress, Luis Enrique’s team did impress last summer.
Opponents Costa Rica, meanwhile, will take some beating. Afforded the luxury of being in-camp for a while now, they have previous when it comes to getting out of difficult-looking groups, as England and Italy found out in 2014.
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Date, kick-off time and venue
The World Cup group stage game is scheduled for a 4pm GMT kick-off time today, November 23, 2022.
The Al Thumama Stadium in Doha will host.
Where to watch Spain vs Costa Rica
TV channel: The game will be broadcast free-to-air on ITV1, with coverage starting at 3.10pm.
Live stream: The ITV Hub will offer a free live stream service.
LIVE coverage: Follow all of the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog.
Spain vs Costa Rica team news
Spain XI: Unai; Azpilicueta, Rodri, Laporte, Alba, Busquets, Gavi, Pedri; Ferran, Asensio, Olmo
Costa Rica XI: Navas, Oviedo, Calvo, Waston, Duarte, Fuller, Bennette, Tejeda, Borges, Campbell, Contreras.
Spain vs Costa Rica prediction
While something of a cliché these days, Spain do struggle to convert chances despite their ability on the ball.
A 0-0 draw.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Spain wins: 2
Draws: 1
Costa Rica wins: 0
Spain vs Costa Rica latest odds
Spain to win: 2/13
Draw: 7/1
Costa Rica wins: 20/1
