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What results does Mexico need to stay alive in the Olympic Games?

By Alexis Almosnino

The fall against Japan and the triumph of France forces Mexico to define everything on the last date of the group against South Africa.

The fall against Japan and the triumph of France forces Mexico to define everything on the last date of the group against South Africa.

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Mexico still has destiny in its hands to advance to the Quarterfinals of the men's soccer tournament at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, but in case it does not achieve the expected result, it still needs combinations to be able to stay alive. The 2-1 loss to Japan this Sunday permeates the aspirations somewhat after what was a 4-1 triumphant debut over France last Thursday. There, the goal difference that he maintains serves in his favor is rescued.

With the results of the second date, the Tri still remains in qualifying positions behind Japan, which for now has the perfect score. The Aztecs have three points like France, but they are in second place thanks to the +2 goal difference compared to -2 for the Europeans. Last, very relegated but still with chances, South Africa appears without points.

In short, the triumph puts you in the next instance without having to think about other results. The defeat leaves him with water up to his neck and the draw will make him depend too much on what happens in the game between Japan and France.The group will be defined next Wednesday very early. The two games, Japan - France and Mexico - South Africa, will start in parallel at 6.30 (Mexico City time).

What does Mexico need to move forward in Tokyo 2020?

- Triumph against South Africa gives the pass automatically; if Japan loses it can be first if the goal difference is better, if the Japanese win it will be Mexico second

- Draw only works if France does not defeat Japan

- Defeat works in case France loses to Japan and the goal difference with South Africa is favorable to Tri.

 

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