Spain's Costa a potential thorn in Brazil's side


MADRID (Reuters) - A World Cup final featuring hosts Brazil and holders Spain is not an unlikely scenario and Diego Costa could find himself playing a starring role for his adopted country against his native one on July 13.

The Brazil-born forward raised hackles among his compatriots when he accepted an invitation late last year to play for world and European champions Spain.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Football

Soccer-Tottenham Hotspur sack manager Frank with relegation dogfight looming
Soccer-Spain striker Aghehowa in race to be fit for World Cup after knee injury
Soccer-Marseille part ways with coach De Zerbi
Soccer-Former Australia midfielder Blayney plots Japan's path to Asian Cup trophy
Soccer-Tottenham gloom deepens, Man Utd salvage point at West Ham
Soccer-West Ham stalemate a hair-raising result for Manchester United fan
Soccer-Pressure off Newcastle boss but heaped on Spurs’ Thomas Frank
Soccer-Chelsea suffer familiar failings as Leeds battle back for 2-2 draw
Soccer-Sesko breaks West Ham hearts to rescue point for Man Utd
Soccer-Aouar drives rampant Al-Ittihad into Asian Champions League knockout rounds

Others Also Read