World Cup history
Costa Rica (La Sele) has appeared at 6 editions of the FIFA World Cup, with a best finish of Quarter-final 2014. Founded in 1921, the federation enters World Cup 2026 in the CONCACAF pool, coached by Gustavo Alfaro.
- World Cup appearances6
- World Cup titles0
- Best finishQuarter-final 2014
- Head coachGustavo Alfaro
- Founded1921
- FIFACONCACAF
Star players
- Keylor Navas
- Joel Campbell
- Brandon Aguilera
- Manfred Ugalde
- Francisco Calvo
Path to the trophy
Group-stage focus — capable of upsets. With a 48-team field split into 12 groups of 4, the top two and best 8 third-placed teams advance to a 32-team Round of 32 — meaning even mid-table sides have a realistic knockout pathway.
FAQ
Has Costa Rica won the World Cup?
Costa Rica has not won the World Cup. Best finish: Quarter-final 2014.
Who is the head coach of Costa Rica?
Gustavo Alfaro leads Costa Rica into FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many times has Costa Rica played in the World Cup?
Costa Rica has appeared 6 times in the FIFA World Cup.
Who are Costa Rica's star players?
Keylor Navas, Joel Campbell, Brandon Aguilera, Manfred Ugalde, Francisco Calvo.
What confederation does Costa Rica represent?
Costa Rica plays in the CONCACAF confederation.
When does Costa Rica play in the World Cup 2026?
Schedule depends on the December 2025 group draw.
What is Costa Rica's nickname?
La Sele
Plan your Costa Rica World Cup 2026 experience
Group-stage focus — capable of upsets.
