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Costa Rica denies England consolation win in FIFA WC

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Costa Rica has denied England a consolation win at this year's FIFA World Cup.

The Three Lions played out a tame draw with Costa Rica in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday, reports the BBC.

England had earlier lost to Italy and Uruguay, and their draw against Costa Rica ensures a miserable ending for the side in the tournament.

Costa Rica's status as the surprise package of Group D was cemented by a result that ensured they finished top - and will face Greece in Recife on Sunday.

Coach Roy Hodgson had hoped England might be inspired by the selection of fresh faces, but as he and England's squad applauded their travelling fans at the final whistle, there was an air of disappointment and anti-climax.

 

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First Published: Jun 25 2014 | 9:53 AM IST

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