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Mexico out to end Columbus curse in World Cup qualifying

In a remarkable coincidence, the United States has beaten Mexico 2-0 in all four of their World Cup qualifiers in Columbus, Ohio.

In 2001, 2005, 2009, and 2013.

On Friday, they meet in the same place, in another qualifier, and it will be chilly again.

Enough is enough, say Mexico.

"It is a spectacular oportunity to end this statistic (in Columbus)," coach Juan Carlos Osorio said.

Mexico gathers all of its weapons

For the qualifiers in the U.S. and Panama, Osorio sought out experienced players, including 14 who play abroad.

Notable, was the recall of Carlos Vela from Spain's Real Sociedad.