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Mexico beats Nigeria to kick off World Cup prep

Mexico earned a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in a friendly as El Tri launched a stretch of summer matches in preparation for the 2022 World Cup.
May 17, 2023, 04:56 am - Cesar Hernandez

Match Timeline

Mexico
Nigeria
  • KO
  • 12
  • HT
  • 45
  • 54
  • 56
  • 66
  • 67
  • 72
  • 78
  • 79
  • 81
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Mexico 2, Nigeria 1.
90'+3'
Second Half ends, Mexico 2, Nigeria 1.
90'+2'
Attempt missed. Orbelín Pineda (Mexico) header from a difficult angle on the right misses to the right. Assisted by Andrés Guardado with a cross.
Match Stats
MEXNGA
Possession
58.9%
41.158.9
41.1%
Shots on Goal
4
1
Shot Attempts
12
5
Yellow Cards
0
0
Corner Kicks
4
1
Saves
0
3