World Cup 2022 Germany vs. Costa Rica start time, betting odds, lines: Expert picks, FIFA predictions

Germany and Costa Rica play each other at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar on Thursday at 2 p.m. ET. Germany finished at the bottom of their group at 2010 World Cup and failed to qualify for the knockout stage. This year, Germany is ranked No. 11 in the world and is in last place in Group E. The Germans are the -950 favorites and the Costa Ricans are +2000 underdogs.

Sutton has broken down Germany vs. Costa Rica from every angle and revealed his picks and predictions. Germany has 54% possession and Costa Costa has 32% in the two games.

Germany vs. Costa Rica is a World Cup 2022 match. Germany has 54% possession and Costa Rican 32%.

Leroy Sane is fit enough to play for Germany despite a knee injury. The team's first match was a 2-1 loss to Japan. Leroy came on as a substitute in the second half of the Spain match and helped the Germans score a late goal to earn a valuable draw. Germany's team is playing a Costa Rica team that has struggled defensively at the World Cup.

Keylor Navas is the Costa Rica's goalkeeper. He made three saves and earned a clean sheet in the team's 1-0 victory over Japan on Sunday. Nava won three Champions League titles and four FIFA Club World Cups during his career.

Sutton is leaning Under for Costa Rica vs. Germany. He has uncovered an X-factor that has helped him land on a confident best bet.