Costa Rica really is the World Cup’s big surprise story! Making it to the quarterfinals for the first time is a huge achievement for them, and with the pressure off, they can really enjoy the moment.
Joel Campbell seems ready to step up big time. His words show a lot of maturity and ambition — even as a young player, he knows the expectations and wants to be a key contributor for the team. Having stars like Bryan Ruiz and Campbell firing on all cylinders could make Costa Rica a tough opponent for anyone.