MONTREAL, Canada (AP):

Raquel Rodriguez Cedeno's first-half goal gave Costa Rica a 1-1 draw against Spain at Montreal yesterday in the Women's World Cup debut for both countries.

Rodriguez scored in the 14th minute off a cross from Katherine Alvarado, one minute after Vicky Losada put Spain ahead.

Spain controlled possession for much of the second half, with Jennifer Hermoso and Sonia Bermudez narrowly missing chances soon after half-time.

Losada had another late opportunity, but Costa Rica goalkeeper Dinnia Diaz saved a shot headed to the top left part of the goal.

Costa Rica finished second in last year's CONCACAF Women's Gold Cup, losing to the US 6-0 in the final. They play South Korea on Saturday, when Spain meet South American champions Brazil.