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Second Phase of FIFA 2026 World Cup Tickets Launches

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Fans across the globe now have another shot at securing seats for the FIFA World Cup 2026, as the organization opens the second phase...
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Costa Rica Eliminated After 3-1 Loss to Morocco in FIFA U-17 World Cup

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Our under-17 women's national team ended their FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup campaign on a tough note Friday evening, falling 3-1 to host nation...
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Costa Rica Joins US-Led Bid for 2031 Women’s Soccer World Cup

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The United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica have teamed up to bid for hosting the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup. This marks the...
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Costa Rica Defeats Nicaragua 4-1 in World Cup Push

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Costa Rica delivered a strong performance last night, defeating Nicaragua 4-1 in their Concacaf World Cup qualifier at the National Stadium. The result marks...
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Costa Rica Faces Nicaragua in Key World Cup Qualifier Match

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Costa Rica takes on Nicaragua this Tuesday at the Estadio Nacional in a match that could shape their path in the 2026 World Cup...
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Costa Rica Women’s National Team Coach Steps Down Amid World Cup Push

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The Costa Rican Soccer Federation dropped a major update this week: Spanish coach Beni Rubido is stepping down from his role with the women's...
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Costa Rica’s Draw Against Honduras Boosts World Cup Hopes

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Costa Rica held Honduras to a scoreless draw in their World Cup qualifier last night, picking up a point that keeps their qualification hopes...
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Costa Rica Faces a Must-Win for a Place in 2026 World Cup

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Costa Rica's national soccer team faces a defining stretch in their bid to reach the 2026 World Cup. With just two points from their...
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What Happens If Costa Rica Fails to Qualify for 2026 World Cup?

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Costa Rica's national soccer team stands at a crossroads in the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Fans across the country hold their breath...
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Costa Rica Plummets in FIFA Rankings Amid World Cup Qualifier Struggles

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The Costa Rican national soccer team is facing a pivotal crisis, confirmed by the latest FIFA rankings published today. La Sele fell seven spots,...
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Southwest Airlines Unveils Direct Costa Rica-Las Vegas Route

Southwest Airlines has set plans to introduce the first direct flight linking Costa Rica with Las Vegas, Nevada. This move aims to boost travel...
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Central Valley Hospitals Overloaded by Respiratory Surge and Nurse Shortfalls

Hospitals in the Central Valley face mounting pressure from a rise in respiratory illnesses, prompting the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) to shift...
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February Slump Hits Costa Rica Hotels: Weather and Airfares to Blame

Hotel operators in Guanacaste and the Central Pacific report lower occupancy rates for February 2026 than in the same month of 2024 and 2025....
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Costa Rica Captures Alleged Shooter in Nicaraguan Exile’s Murder

Police in Costa Rica arrested a 21-year-old man suspected of pulling the trigger in the June 2025 killing of Roberto Samcam, a retired Nicaraguan...
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