
The scoring was shared among six different players, showcasing a highly balanced attack:
Spain's "tiki-taka" style was in full effect, completely starving Costa Rica of the ball: : 82% (Spain) vs. 18% (Costa Rica).
(11'): Opened the scoring with Spain's 100th-ever World Cup goal. Marco Asensio (21'): Volleyed in from a Jordi Alba cross.
(90'): Pounced on a loose ball in the final minutes.
(31' PK, 54'): Converted a penalty and added a second after the break.
The match was a historic event for Spanish football and the tournament as a whole: