Playing at the Al Thumama Stadium, Luis Enrique's side displayed absolute control, maintaining and completing over 1,000 passes. Costa Rica, led by goalkeeper Keylor Navas, struggled significantly, failing to record a single shot throughout the entire 90 minutes. Key Highlights & Records
This was the first time Spain scored seven goals in a single World Cup match. FIFA World Cup : Spain vs Costa Rica
The victory placed Spain at the top of Group E after the first round of matches, following Japan's surprise 2-1 win over Germany earlier that day. Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports Seven-up Spain trounce Ticos - FIFA Playing at the Al Thumama Stadium, Luis Enrique's
At 18 years and 110 days, Gavi became Spain's youngest-ever World Cup player and goalscorer. He was the youngest player to score in the tournament since Pelé in 1958. The victory placed Spain at the top of