The Costa Rica women's national football team, nicknamed "La Sele" or "Las Ticas," represents Costa Rica in international football under the federation of FEDEFUTBOL. The team is a consistent contender in the CONCACAF region, regularly qualifying for major tournaments. Based in San José, they play home matches at the Estadio Nacional. The team's formation and early years were marked by pioneering efforts in a region where the women's game developed later. Their peak era arrived in the 2010s, highlighted by a historic qualification for the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup and a thrilling run to the knockout stages, where they narrowly lost to Australia in a penalty shootout. That team, featuring Shirley Cruz and Raquel Rodríguez, put Costa Rican women's football on the map. In the modern era, they continue to be a technically sound and organized side that challenges the North American powerhouses. The team enjoys growing support from a nation passionate about football, serving as role models for young athletes. Las Ticas are respected ambassadors for Costa Rican sport.