Spain pulverise Costa Rica in friendly to extend unbeaten streak
Sunday, 12 November 2017
David Silva scored twice on Saturday as Spain extended their unbeaten run to 15 matches by thrashing Costa Rica.
Full-back Jordi Alba drilled an unstoppable opener before Alvaro Morata pounced when Silva's cross was spilled.
Costa Rica's Francisco Calvo slammed a clearance against a team-mate after half-time, allowing Silva to finish.
Manchester City's Silva added a second from 18 yards after winning the ball with a slide tackle on the wing and Andres Iniesta completed the scoring.
The Barcelona midfielder ran unchallenged from the halfway line before lashing a dipping strike into the bottom corner from 25 yards.
It was a classy finish to a dominant friendly display as Costa Rica, who have qualified for the World Cup, failed to manage a shot on target at Malaga's Estadio La Rosaleda, according to a BBC report.