New Zealand however remained active and kept Costa Rica's defense busy as Clayton Lewis's promising shot forced Navas into action with 76 minutes into the clash.With the crucial victory, Costa Rica secure their sixth World Cup participation while New Zealand failed to qualify for the tournament after 1982 and 2010. ■
Joel Campbell’s third-minute goal was enough to send Costa Rica to a third straight World Cup as the All Whites twice fell on the wrong side of crucial decisions.
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