Spain asserted control immediately, scoring three goals in the first half-hour to effectively end the contest.
Dani Olmo opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a clever chip, marking Spain’s 100th World Cup goal. Marco Asensio doubled the lead 10 minutes later, followed by a Ferran Torres penalty in the 31st minute after Jordi Alba was fouled. ESP vs CRC - Full Match - TSN.mp4.mp4
Costa Rica was held without a single shot on goal—a feat achieved only once before in a World Cup since 1966. Spain asserted control immediately, scoring three goals in
Spain refused to slow down. Ferran Torres added his second in the 54th minute. In the 74th minute, Gavi made history with a sublime outside-of-the-boot volley. Late substitutes Carlos Soler (90') and Alvaro Morata (92') provided the final gloss to the scoreline. Historic Records Set Costa Rica was held without a single shot