Costa Rica

Alexis Sánchez Sánchez Alexis Sanchez had a late penalty saved as Chile fell to a 3-2 defeat at home to Costa Rica.

Paulo Wanchope An improved defensive discipline has been the key to Costa Rica's success in Brazil, according to assistant coach Paulo Wanchope.

The United States were stunned in Guatemala, while Mexico retained its flawless start to World Cup qualifying.

Giorgos Karagounis Giorgos Karagounis has announced his retirement from international football following Greece's FIFA World Cup exit to Costa Rica.

Neymar Brazil coach Tite took a tumble during his side's win over Costa Rica, but star player Neymar has been given the all-clear.

Bryan Ruiz González Group B remains wide open after El Salvador earned a late point against Costa Rica at the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Dušan Tadić Dusan Tadic believes Serbia team-mate and Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is "the future of Serbian football".

Elland Road will host England's last home friendly before the World Cup, with Costa Rica the visitors to Leeds United's home.

James McCarthy James McCarthy has been omitted from the Republic of Ireland's upcoming friendlies in order to recuperate an ankle injury.