Tag: Spain

Despite dominating the first half, Spain conceded two second-half goals, losing 1-2. Carvajal's entrance left the backline weakened, which Japan exploited

Spain Player Ratings vs Japan: Carvajal Struggles in Substitute Appearance

Japan, Player Ratings, Qatar, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spain, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Despite dominating the first half, Spain conceded two second-half goals to Japan, losing 1-2. Dani Carvajal's surprising entrance at halftime left the backline weakened, which the underdogs quickly exploited. The story of the match was Spain's inability to turn its crushing possession into goals, as it managed just five shots on target.
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Captain Tsubasa’s prophecy, with Japan beating Germany in a World Cup, became a reality some 35 years after the famous manga’s first publication

Tops and Flops of World Cup Day 4: Deadly Japan, Terrifying Spain

Germany, Italian Football, Serie A, Spain, World Cup, World Cup 2022
After witnessing Tuesday's shocking result courtesy of Saudi Arabia, few had expected lighting to strike twice, let alone two days in row. Yet, Japan delivered another MAJOR upset in their meeting against Germany, replicating the same come-from-behind scenario witnessed in Argentina-KSA. So let's check out the Tops and Flops from Day 4 of the 2022 World Cup.
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Spain are off to a shimmering start in World Cup 2022 as they mercilessly put seven goals into poor Keylor Navas' Costa Rica net

Spain vs Costa Rica 7-0: The Tiki Taka Is Alive and Kicking!

Costa Rica, Serie A, Spain, World Cup, World Cup 2022
One thing is for sure: when Spain play their World Cup opener, you are going to see at least six goals. La Furia Roja were dismantled by Netherlands in 2014 as they lost 1-5, then gave life to a thrilling 3-3 draw with Portugal four years ago. Tonight, they finally were on the winning end as they mercilessly put seven goals into poor Keylor Navas' Costa Rica net.
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Sergio Busquets, Pedri and practically the entire Spanish team were in elite form as the favorites eviscerated Costa Rica by a score of 7-0

Spain Player Ratings vs Costa Rica: Busquets and Pedri Dominate

Costa Rica, Player Ratings, Qatar, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spain, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Led by Sergio Busquets and Pedri, Spain absolutely eviscerated Costa Rica by a score of 7-0. The Spanish midfield showed that they may be the best unit in the World Cup, dominating possession with 82%. Practically every Spanish player turned in a quality performance, showing that the 2010 champions are a prime candidate to win another trophy.
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Keylor Navas was in horrible form as Costa Rica fell 0-7 to Spain. After the terrible display, the Costa Ricans seem destined to go bottom of Group E

Costa Rica Player Ratings vs Spain: Navas in Nightmarish Form

Costa Rica, Player Ratings, Qatar, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Spain, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Keylor Navas was in horrible form as Costa Rica fell 0-7 to Spain. The favorites dominated every facet of the game, winning 82% of possession and not allowing a single shot on target. The Costa Ricans, who now seem destined to go bottom of Group E, did not have a single player put in a decent performance.
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2022 World Cup Group E contains 2010 champions Spain, four-time winners Germany, 2014 quarter-finalists Costa Rica and 2002 hosts Japan

2022 FIFA World Cup Preview and Predictions: Group E

Costa Rica, Germany, Japan, Serie A, Spain, World Cup, World Cup 2022
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching and we are bringing you a preview of every group ahead of the tournament, offering an insight into each team, as well as predictions as to who will progress to the knockout rounds. Below, we preview Group E that contains 2010 champions Spain, four-time winners Germany, 2014 quarter-finalists Costa Rica and 2002 hosts Japan.
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