After inspiring his side to a stunning upset of Germany, Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio has singled out Australia for some special praise of their own.
Under Osorio's guidance, the El Tri stunned the current World Cup holders 1-0 in their opening group game and the coach is taking note of other nations competing well in Russia.
Of those, Osorio surprisingly zoned in on the Socceroos, praising the nation's spirit and their two central midfielders in particular.
"Personally, I’ve been favourably impressed by Australia," Osorio said.
“I really like Jedinak and Mooy, two central players very competitive in the midfield.