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Mexico U-17 Loses 3-1 to Switzerland With Advancement Now Out of Its Hands

Mexico must await other group results to learn if it progresses as a best third-placed team.

Overview

  • The defeat leaves Mexico third in Group F on 3 points with a -2 goal difference.
  • Switzerland’s Mladen Mijajlovic scored twice, including a quick reply after Mexico’s lone goal.
  • An early penalty against Mexico was confirmed on VAR, but Nico Lazri hit the post from the spot.
  • A first-half own goal widened Switzerland’s lead, with reports differing on who was credited.
  • Aldo De Nigris headed in from Ian Olvera before a late injury forced Swiss keeper Teodore Pizarro off and Nevio Scherrer finished in goal.