Keylor Navas of Costa Rica celebrates victory after the International Friendly match between Saudi Arabia and Costa Rica at St James' Park on September 08, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
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Costa Rica beat Saudi Arabia amid protests in Newcastle

Costa Rica earned a 3-1 win over Saudi Arabia at St James' Park in a friendly on Friday after a pre-match protest by Newcastle United fans over the use of the stadium by the Saudi team.
Sep 9, 2023, 12:30 am - Reuters

Match Timeline

Saudi Arabia
Costa Rica
  • KO
  • 12
  • 15
  • 32
  • HT
  • 45
  • 59
  • 65
  • 68
  • 78
  • 78
  • 82
  • 82
  • 88
  • 89
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Saudi Arabia 1, Costa Rica 3.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Saudi Arabia 1, Costa Rica 3.
90'+4'
Attempt saved. Salem Al Dawsari (Saudi Arabia) left footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Feras Al Brikan.
Match Stats
KSACRC
Possession
60.8%
39.260.8
39.2%
Shots on Goal
7
5
Shot Attempts
13
10
Yellow Cards
1
2
Corner Kicks
7
2
Saves
1
6