Costa Rica’s Nations League campaign has slipped into danger after a 2-0 defeat to Haiti, a result that leaves the Central Americans facing a difficult route to the next stage.
Quick facts
- Haiti beat Costa Rica 2-0 in the Nations League.
- Costa Rica remain without a victory since Argentine coach Bocha Batista took charge.
- The defeat has seriously damaged Costa Rica’s chances of progressing.
For Costa Rica, a side accustomed to carrying regional expectations, the loss adds pressure around Batista’s early spell in charge. The Argentine has yet to oversee a win with the national team.
Haiti’s two-goal success changes the complexion of the group and leaves Costa Rica needing a response in the remaining Nations League fixtures. Progression is still the objective, but the margin for further mistakes has narrowed sharply.
