Spain thrashed Costa Rica 7-0 in their Group E opener at the Al Thumama Stadium, recording their highest World Cup victory.
Spain vs. Costa Rica: Luis Enrique’s men begin with their largest World Cup victory
Dani Olmo had already struck narrowly wide during a strong start before breaking through, collecting Gavi’s feed on the turn and lifting the ball over Keylor Navas.
Marcos Asensio, who had been assigned to the centre striker position, increased Spain’s advantage with a sweeping finish from Jordi Alba’s left-sided ball, and Ferran Torres converted a penalty shortly after the half-hour mark to put Luis Enrique’s side in charge before the break.