'Favorite to Win' Spain Crushes Costa Rica 7-0

Displaying Overwhelming Performance, Costa Rica's Dismal Match with Zero Shots Fired

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Heeyoon] Spain, the 'Invincible Armada' and a favorite to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, crushed Costa Rica 7-0 in the first match of Group E. Costa Rica failed to register a single shot, resulting in a one-sided victory for Spain.

On the 24th (Korean time), Spain secured a 7-0 win against Costa Rica at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar, led by Ferran Torres' multiple goals.

Spain and Japan both had 3 points, but Spain topped Group E due to a superior goal difference. The match against Costa Rica demonstrated why Spain is considered a favorite to win the tournament.

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Spain scored 7 goals from 17 shots. In contrast, Costa Rica failed to show any threatening plays and was overwhelmingly dominated.

Spain also showed successful generational change, with 2004-born Gavi scoring a goal. With Spain's decisive victory, Germany, who lost to Japan, is expected to feel increased pressure.

Germany faces Spain in the second match, and if they lose again, they could be eliminated from the group stage after just two games.

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