Brazil Beats Costa Rica 2-0 in FIFA World Cup Group E Match
Match Summary:
Brazil emerged victorious in their FIFA World Cup Group E match against Costa Rica on Friday, June 22, 2018, with a final score of 2-0. The game, played in Saint Petersburg, was a hard-fought battle between two determined teams.
Team Stats:
Brazil dominated possession throughout the match, with 58% of the ball. They also had more shots on goal than Costa Rica, with 17 compared to the Central American team's 8. However, Costa Rica defended resolutely, keeping the Brazilian attack at bay until the second half.
Player Stats:
Two goals from Philippe Coutinho and Neymar secured the victory for Brazil. Coutinho opened the scoring in the 91st minute, capitalizing on a rebound after Gabriel Jesus' shot was saved. Neymar doubled their lead just four minutes later with a clinical finish from close range.
Goals Scored:
- Philippe Coutinho (91')
- Neymar (95')
With this victory, Brazil moved into second place in Group E, level on points with Switzerland but behind on goal difference. Costa Rica, meanwhile, will need to secure a result in their final match against Switzerland to have any chance of progressing to the knockout rounds.
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