The England vs Costa Rica clash should be a pretty eventful affair as the Three Lions play their final match before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they take on the South American side at the Inter&CO Stadium in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday evening.
England vs Costa Rica will be of utmost importance for Thomas Tuchel’s side as they aim to improve their match sharpness and momentum levels for the World Cup.
Costa Rica, meanwhile, aim to prove their quality against one of the best teams in the world, and that is why this international friendly should be a thrilling clash.
Match Details
Inter&Co Stadium
Orlando, Florida
Wednesday, 10 June
20:00 GMT
England Aim To Hit Top Form In Challenging Friendly Against Costa Rica
The England vs Costa Rica match will be another test of Tuchel’s side’s impactfulness and how well they can perform in the difficult conditions of the USA.
The Three Lions managed only a narrow 1-0 win over New Zealand in their last friendly, and they have scored just two goals in their last three matches heading into this England vs Costa Rica clash.
England will look to play with more openness and expressiveness in this friendly, as they aim to prove just how ruthless they can be when in the right kind of flow.
Tuchel will urge his players to be proactive and innovative in attack, creating unpredictable moves to secure a high-scoring win over the South American side and sustain their reputation as favourites for the World Cup.
Costa Rica, of course, aren’t even going to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and are heading into this clash with just one win from their last five games.
All they can do is keep a sturdy defensive shape and be clinical in taking their chances to get a shock win to derail England’s momentum.
There have only been two England vs Costa Rica clashes, out of which one has been won by the Three Lions, who look to get their second win over the South American side in style.
Determined Jude Bellingham Aiming To Seal World Cup Spot With Display Against Costa Rica
Jude Bellingham realises his need to produce something truly special against Costa Rica to have a chance of strengthening his chances of grabbing a permanent starter role for England at the World Cup.
The midfielder had a topsy-turvy 2025/26 season with Real Madrid, but now he aims to take his performance levels up to be able to shine for his country at the greatest stage of them all.
Bellingham has four goals and six assists for England, but he is yet to score for them in 2026.
This is the perfect opportunity for him to help England produce a commanding performance against Costa Rica, creating chances and also finishing them off with efficiency to win over Thomas Tuchel to establish himself as the ideal candidate to play in that number 10 role for the Three Lions at the World Cup.
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Can Manfred Ugalde Spoil The Mood For England Before The World Cup?
Costa Rica might not have as many major names in their team as England, but they have players who play with a lot of grit and heart.
That includes their star striker Manfred Ugalde, who has been impressing for them in recent years. Ugalde has scored 11 goals at the international scene for Costa Rica, averaging around one goal every three games.
Ugalde will be looking to improve his reputation by tormenting the England centre-backs in this upcoming clash.
He’ll aim to be smart with his off-the-ball movement and positioning to get at the end of chances, but the Costa Rican striker needs to finish off whatever he gets with ruthlessness to be able to pop a major surprise against England.
England vs Costa Rica Injuries
England Injuries: None
Costa Rica Injuries: None
England vs Costa Rica Predicted Lineups
Here are our England vs Costa Rica predicted lineups.
England Predicted XI: Jordan Pickford (GK), Reece James, Marc Guehi, Ezri Konsa, Djed Spence, Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice, Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, Marcus Rashford, Harry Kane
Costa Rica Predicted XI: Patrick Sequeira (GK), Haxzel Quiros, Jeyland Mitchell, Feman Faerron, Darril Araya, Aaron Salazar, Orlando Galo, Andrey Soto, Carlos Mora, Josimar Alcocer, Manfred Ugalde
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