The Costa Rican Football Federation (FCRF) on Monday presented former Argentine footballer Fernando "Bocha" Batista as its new head coach for the FIFA World Cup 2030 qualifiers. The president of the Costa Rican federation, Osael Maroto, personally welcomed the Argentine strategist at a press conference in the 1887 Theater of the National Center of Culture (Cenac) in downtown San José, the capital. During his official presentation, Batista expressed his excitement and enthusiasm for this new challenge, especially after failing to qualify the Venezuelan team for the 2026 World Cup. He also emphasized that during his tenure with the Costa Rican team, all players will be given a chance, and announced that he will speak with veteran goalkeeper Keylor Navas, who could be called up due to his experience and leadership within the Costa Rican squad. "Everyone will have their opportunity when we start working," Batista said.
