Brazil vs Costa Rica 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Date:
June 24, 2024
Venue:
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California, USA
Match Summary
First Half:
From the opening whistle, Brazil asserted control, maintaining possession and pushing forward. Their midfield trio led by Casemiro dictated the tempo, circulating the ball and probing Costa Rica’s defense. Despite Brazil’s dominance, Costa Rica’s defense held firm. Keylor Navas, the experienced goalkeeper, made crucial saves to deny Brazil’s attacking efforts. The backline, organized by Giancarlo Gonzalez, intercepted passes and blocked shots. Brazil came close to breaking the deadlock. Vini Jr. showcased his dribbling skills, weaving through defenders, but his shot hit the post. Neymar, too, had a chance, but Navas denied him with a diving save.
Second Half:
The second half saw increased intensity. Both teams pressed higher, seeking that elusive goal. Brazil’s coach, Dorival Junior, urged his players forward, while Costa Rica’s manager, Luis Fernando Suarez, emphasized defensive discipline. As the stakes rose, tempers flared. Referee Mark Geiger issued yellow cards to players from both sides. Celso Borges (Costa Rica) and Marquinhos (Brazil) were cautioned for late challenges.
In the dying minutes, Brazil pushed for a winner. Richarlison had a one-on-one opportunity, but Navas stood tall again, parrying the shot. Costa Rica’s counterattacks threatened, but Brazil’s defense, led by Thiago Silva, held firm.
Full-Time Score: Brazil 0 – 0 Costa Rica
Result:
The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Key Statistics:
- Brazil:
- Yellow Cards: 1
- Shots on Goal: 1
- Also Shot Attempts: 3
- Corner Kicks: 2
- Possession: 81.3%
- Saves: 0
- Costa Rica:
- Yellow Cards: 0
- Shots on Goal: 0
- Shot Attempts: 0
- Corner Kicks: 0
- Possession: 18.7%
- Saves: 1
Player Ratings
- Vini Jr. (Brazil): The young forward showcased his skills but couldn’t break the deadlock.
- Also Los Ticos (Costa Rica): Their disciplined defense frustrated Brazil’s attacking efforts.
Head To Head Record
When it comes to the all-time head-to-head record between Brazil and Costa Rica, Brazil has dominated, winning 10 out of the 11 matches they have played against each other so far. Costa Rica faces an uphill battle against the heavy favorites in their Copa America encounters.
