Costa Rica and Honduras were eliminated from the World Cup 2026 after a goalless draw in their final match. Both teams failed to secure a spot in the intercontinental playoff as the best second-place team. Haiti won the group with 11 points and secured direct qualification. Costa Rica and Honduras, with 7 and 9 points respectively, saw their hopes dashed. A one-goal victory would have been enough for either team to advance to the playoffs, but they lacked the attacking clarity to break the deadlock. In the first half, goalkeepers Edrick Menjívar (Honduras) and Keylor Navas (Costa Rica) were the standout players, making crucial saves. The second half remained tense but goalless. For Costa Rica, this marks their first missed World Cup since 1998, while Honduras will be absent for the third consecutive tournament.
