Impressive Spain put seven past Costa Rica in World Cup opener

Spain have moved to the top of Group E courtesy of a 7-0 victory over Costa Rica in their opening match of the 2022 World Cup on Wednesday evening.

Japan shocked Germany in the earlier game in the group, recording a <a href="/football/germany/world-cup-2022/result/japan-come-from-behind-to-stun-germany-in-world-cup-opener_500401.html">2-1 victory</a>, to move to the top of the section, but they have now been replaced by La Roja, who proved to be far too strong for Costa Rica.

Ferran Torres netted twice during a dominant performance, while Dani Olmo, Marco Asensio, Gavi, Carlos Soler and Alvaro Morata were also on the scoresheet for the 2010 world champions.

Luis Enrique's side will continue their Group E campaign against a wounded . . .