Costa Rica and Zambia were already out of the tournament before this clash, but they will be playing to save face and have a good chance to get their first win in the final week of the Women's World Cup.

Zambia conceded two goals in the early stages of their last match against Spain, and despite two first half changes, they lost 0-5. I think this team, which is making its debut in the final week of the Women's World Cup, will have to learn from its mistakes and make good use of the opportunity to come back with a point in this match.

Barbara Banda has come into her own in the first two rounds of the group stage, and she may finally be the one to shine this time around, and I have a feeling she's going to cause problems for the Costa Rican defense.

Barbara Banda will have teammate Evelyn Kadango behind her to create chances for her to score, while in midfield Elaine Lungu and Susan Banda will try to control the pace of the game as well as attacking in front of the ball.

Our rivals Costa Rica also lost 0-2 to Japan in their last group stage match, but I think they are capable of doing better in their last match in their second final week, and I expect them to score a certain number of goals.

Chitra, who plays for Glasgow City, is capable of scoring goals, and I think 21-year-old Maria Saras is another player who can be a goal threat.

Experienced star players such as Gabina Guran, Gnadus and Kathleen Ewaladu will also create scoring opportunities for the two young attacking duo players.

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