England will take on Costa Rica in their final chance to prepare for the World Cup, as the tournament’s biggest ever edition – with 48 teams across the United States, Canada and Mexico – draws near. The match offers the Three Lions one last opportunity to sharpen their game before the group stage begins.
Every group game in the tournament will be shown on the BBC and ITV, with full TV and radio coverage available for fans across the UK. In a World Cup of unprecedented scale, supporters can also chart their own path to the final, thanks to the Guardian’s bracketology interactive – a digital tool that allows you to click through the group stage and knockout rounds to crown a champion.
“England face Costa Rica in final World Cup warm-up as the 48-team tournament across three nations approaches.”
With the tournament almost here, England’s friendly against Costa Rica is their final chance to build momentum before they step onto the biggest stage in football.