Mexico finally got it going on in the 2023 U17 World Cup as they crushed New Zealand by a 4-0 score and booked their ticket in the Round of 16. Mexico played their best match so far, ending up in second place in the group with the victory coupled with Venezuela’s defeat against Germany. Mexico also overcame a wet field that delayed the start of the match by 45 minutes after heavy rain and thunder during the national anthems. Mexico will now play in the Round of 16 against a tough rival in Mali.
The first half started with Adrian Fernandez taking Tahuel Jimenez’s spot in the starting 11 as well as Daniel Vazquez starting instead of Manuel Sanchez, the only moves from the Venezuela match.