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England vs Costa Rica Match Summary
Competition | International Friendlies |
|---|---|
Match Date | Wednesday 10 June 2026 |
Match Time | 21:00 |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Orlando, Inter&Co Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | ITV 1 & ITV Interactive (UK) |
England take on Costa Rica in Orlando on Wednesday evening in their final warm-up fixture before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America.
England head into this one looking to build on a narrow 1-0 victory over New Zealand, with the priority firmly on fine-tuning ahead of the tournament proper.
Costa Rica failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup and arrive on a winless streak in 2026, having suffered defeats to Iran and Colombia in recent outings.
The two sides have met twice before, with England winning one and drawing the other. Costa Rica are yet to score against the Three Lions in international football.
England vs Costa Rica Form
England's recent international form has been steady if unspectacular, with low-scoring fixtures the theme. The 1-0 win over New Zealand demonstrated defensive solidity, and this squad has the firepower to raise the tempo when needed. Harry Kane remains the focal point in attack, with Bukayo Saka and Jude Bellingham offering quality in the final third.
Costa Rica's 2026 has been a difficult watch. Defeats to Iran and Colombia underline a side short of confidence, and they have conceded two or more goals in five successive friendly matches. Their defensive frailties are well-documented, and a step up in opposition here will test them further still.
England vs Costa Rica Predicted Lineup
England
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Pickford; O'Reilly, Konsa, Guéhi, James; Rice, Anderson; Rashford, Bellingham, Saka; Kane
Costa Rica
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Sequeira; Araya, Faerron, Mitchell, Quiros; Salazar, Flores; Alcócer, Soto, Mora; Ugalde
England vs Costa Rica Key Stats & Match Facts
Costa Rica have never scored against England in two previous meetings, losing one and drawing the other.
Costa Rica have conceded two or more goals in each of their last five friendly matches.
England and Costa Rica played out a goalless draw at the 2014 World Cup in their only previous competitive meeting.
England's recent international fixtures have trended towards low-scoring affairs, with tight margins the common theme.
England won Marcus Rashford's last five international scoring appearances with a combined 24-3 aggregate score.
England vs Costa Rica Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: England 3-0 Costa Rica. England have the quality to control this fixture from start to finish. Costa Rica's defensive record in recent friendlies makes them vulnerable, and the Three Lions have the attacking weapons to take full advantage against a side that has struggled to keep it tight.
Best Bets
Over 2.5 Total Goals at 53/100. Costa Rica's porous backline has been repeatedly exposed in friendly football, making goals a realistic prospect in this fixture.
Harry Kane Anytime Goalscorer at 8/13. Kane is the standout goal threat and will be looking to sharpen up ahead of the World Cup against a backline that has struggled to hold firm in recent games.
England vs Costa Rica Bet Builder
Our four-leg bet builder combines England to win, Harry Kane anytime goalscorer, over 2.5 total goals, and both teams to score: no, at a best price of 11/4.
England are heavy favourites here and face a Costa Rica side with nothing to play for. The win leg is the foundation of this bet builder.
Kane is the standout anytime goalscorer pick, priced at 8/13. He'll be keen to find the net in his final run-out before competitive World Cup action begins.
Over 2.5 total goals is included on the back of England's attacking depth and a Costa Rica backline that has looked open in recent outings. The tools are there to push past that mark.
Both teams to score: no rounds off the selection. Costa Rica have drawn a blank in both previous meetings with England, and their recent form offers little reason for optimism in attack.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 11/4 and is as short as 2/1 elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of £8 from best to worst price.
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England vs Costa Rica Talking Points
This fixture is all about acclimatisation for England. Playing in the Orlando heat gives the squad a taste of what conditions will be like during the World Cup itself, and it offers a final chance to nail down the starting XI for the tournament opener. Costa Rica will look to frustrate and sit deep, which could provide a useful test of England's ability to break down a stubborn, compact defence. From a squad depth perspective, the bench options will be closely watched, with fringe players needing a big showing to force their way into contention for the World Cup group stages.
England vs Costa Rica Predictions FAQs
When is the England vs Costa Rica International Friendlies game?
The match will take place on Wednesday 10 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 21:00.
What is the best England vs Costa Rica prediction?
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Where can I find the latest England vs Costa Rica lineups?
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