Wednesday, 26 June, 2002, 11:16 GMT 12:16 UK
Fan denies throwing opener
Former captain Fan Zhiyi is taking legal action after accusations that China lost to Costa Rica on purpose.
Solis signs for OFI Crete
Costa Rica midfielder Mauricio Solis joins Greek First Division club OFI Crete in a three-year deal.
Trio announce retirement
Costa Rica's Hernan Medford, Erick Lonnis and Wilmer Lopez all retire from international football.
Brazil dump out Costa Rica
Costa Rica go out of the World Cup with a 5-2 defeat to mighty Brazil in the most open match of the tournament.
Coach's future in doubt
Alexandre Guimaraes may not be in charge for much longer despite Costa Rica's fine showing at the World Cup so far.
Ticos carry on dreaming
The Costa Ricans head in to their crucial Group C decider in upbeat mood despite the fact they are playing Brazil.
Turkey remain confident
Turkey coach Senol Gunes says his side will reach the second round despite being held by Costa Rica.
Wallace battles injury
Costa Rica midfielder Harold Wallace faces a race against time to be fit for Sunday's match with Turkey.
Milutinovic keeps positive
China coach Bora Milutinovic is upbeat despite his side's defeat to Costa Rica in their first game of the World Cup.
Ticos feel the strain
Costa Rica coach Alexandre Guimaraes says his players need rest after a secret training exercise against the US squad on Thursday.
Guimaraes still undecided
Costa Rica coach Alexandre Guimaraes said he will finalise his starting line-up after their World Cup warm-up with the US.
Guimaraes considers options
The Costa Rica coach has one or two decisions to make before settling on the starting XI to play China next Tuesday.
Belgium's new blow
Belgium defender Glen de Boeck is injured in the 1-0 win against Costa Rica.
Costa Rica jet in to Japan
Costa Rica become the first overseas side to arrive in the Far East and get straight on the practice pitch.
Costa Rica suffer at home
Colombia dent Costa Rica's build-up to the World Cup with a 2-1 win despite playing more than 30 minutes with 10 men.
Wanchope makes squad
Paulo Wanchope is named in Costa Rica's World Cup squad after winning his fitness battle for the finals.
Nunes calls for change
Former coach Gilson Nunes believes that Costa Rica should adopt a three-pronged attack at the World Cup.
Costa Rica hold Japan
Japan and Costa Rica play out a 1-1 draw as they continue their World Cup build-up in Yokohama.
Medford faces tough decision
Costa Rica's veteran striker Hernan Medford is warned he may risk long-term damage to his knee if he goes to the World Cup.