Mexico vs. USA: What Result Means for Both Teams Going into World Cup Qualifiers

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Published: August 19, 2012

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The United States shocked Mexico by winning at Estadio Azteco for the first time ever, and that will give the Americans momentum as both countries head into the third round of World Cup qualifying matches.

El Tri controlled the match against the Americans and had possession for 66 percent of the 90 minutes, while using that time on the ball to create 19 shots. The United States managed to shoot at Mexican keeper Guillermo Ochoa just seven times.

However, the U.S. led in the only stat that matters—goals scored. In the 80th minute, Brek Shea ran up the left side of the pitch and found Terrence Boyd, who had his back to the goal. The substitute striker cleverly tapped the ball towards goal with his heel, while Michael Orozco was waiting patiently to capitalize on the juicy opportunity.

Orozco’s goal was the only successful strike in the Americans’ historic victory, as the Mexican’s potent attack could not get passed the indomitable presence of Tim Howard.  Going forward, here is how each team will respond to the result.

 

Mexico

Here is the Mexican national team’s World Cup qualifying schedule for the next two months, via Goal.com.

Opponent Date Location Costa Rica Sept. 7, 2012 Costa Rica Costa Rica Sept. 11, 2012 Mexico Guyana Oct. 12, 2012 Guyana El Salvador Oct. 16, 2012 Mexico The stunning defeat will not be overly detrimental to El Tri and it will merely serve as a reality check.

Mexico had outscored the United States 12-3 in the last four meetings between the two teams and the youth squad was coming off an incredible upset after winning the gold medal at the London Olympics. The country’s soccer fans were on Cloud Nine, but the loss has subdued its excitement. 



Still, the Mexican team is more talented the Americans, and there is not a country in CONCACAF that should be able...
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