Overview

• Japan’s high press controlled long stretches and the match finished scoreless at the Oakland Coliseum, drawing boos from Mexico fans.
• Edson Álvarez exited around the 30th minute with a muscle issue and was replaced by Erik Lira, with his status yet to be clarified.
• César Montes was sent off late for denying a clear chance to Ayase Ueda, yet reporting indicates he remains eligible for the next friendly because the red card came in a non‑official match.
• Javier Aguirre admitted Mexico were not superior and said the team must improve its game reading, tempo and attacking depth.
• Hirving “Chucky” Lozano made his return as a second‑half substitute, and Mexico now heads to face South Korea in Nashville on Tuesday, Sept. 9.