Brazil vs Costa Rica - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Brazil is one of the most successful national football teams in the world, having won the FIFA World Cup a record five times (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002).
- 2. Costa Rica is a smaller nation in Central America, but they have had some success in international football, most notably reaching the quarter-finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
- 3. The two teams have met each other six times in international competition, with Brazil winning four times, Costa Rica winning once, and one match ending in a draw.
- 4. The last time Brazil and Costa Rica faced each other was in the group stage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, with Brazil winning 2-0.
- 5. Brazil is known for their attacking style of play, with talented players like Neymar, Philippe Coutinho, and Roberto Firmino leading the way.
- 6. Costa Rica, on the other hand, is known for their strong defense and counter-attacking style, with key players like Keylor Navas, Bryan Ruiz, and Joel Campbell.
- 7. The match between Brazil and Costa Rica will take place on October 10, 2021, at the Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica in San Jose, Costa Rica.
- 8. The match is part of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the CONMEBOL (South American) region.
- 9. Brazil is currently ranked 3rd in the FIFA World Rankings, while Costa Rica is ranked 50th.
- 10. The match is expected to be a tough and competitive encounter, with both teams looking to secure a crucial victory in their quest to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.