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Mexico U-20 Faces Must-Win vs. Morocco to Reach World Cup Round of 16

Two draws leave Mexico needing a victory to keep qualification in its own hands.

Overview

  • Morocco has already qualified and leads Group C with six points after defeating Brazil and Spain.
  • Mexico sits second on two points from two draws, with Brazil and Spain on one point each and Brazil holding the better goal difference.
  • A win would take Mexico to five points and secure a Round-of-16 berth regardless of the SpainBrazil result.
  • A draw would leave Mexico on three points and dependent on the SpainBrazil outcome and the best third-placed tiebreakers; a loss would likely mean elimination.
  • Kickoff against Morocco is Saturday, October 4 at 14:00 Central Mexico time in Chile, with Gilberto Mora’s three goals so far underscoring his importance.