Overview
- Paraguay is confirmed as Mexico's opponent after drawing with Japan to finish second in Group F with seven points.
- Reyes struck in the 87th minute from a set piece in Salé, Morocco, deciding a tight match that had offered few clear chances.
- Mexico closed Group B on six points behind North Korea on nine, with the Netherlands on three and Cameroon without points.
- The Round of 16 match is slated for Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 09:30 CT at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Morocco, with coverage carried on ViX per outlets.
- Goalkeeper Valentina Murrieta made key stops and coach Miguel Gamero's late substitutions helped tilt momentum before the decisive goal.