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Costa Rica Feel They Can Upset
Germany
Costa Rica believe they can pull
off an upset when they face
hosts Germany in the World Cup's
opening game on June 9.
“We have a clear chance of
winning, not just
participating,” forward Cristian
Bolanos said.
Costa Rica, who also faces
Ecuador and Poland in the group
stage, have qualified for their
second consecutive World Cup.
“The pressure is going to be
more on them, with the
expectations of their crowd,”
defender Carlos Johnson added.
“We have nothing to lose....The
team feels very motivated.”
The Ticos made the second round
in their first World Cup
appearance in Italy in 1990 on
the strength of wins against
Scotland and Sweden.
The national team is spending a
week in Playa Conchal because
coach Alexandre Guimaraes
believes a relaxed atmosphere
will allow them to recharge
batteries in preparation for the
World Cup, team spokesman Marvin
Hidalgo said.
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