The Mexican national team claimed a friendly win over Guatemala in Mazatlán, signaling a confident start to a busy summer schedule. As the summer heat rises, El Tri prepares for the Final Four of the CONCACAF Nations League and the Gold Cup, with coach Diego Cocca facing expectations carried over from the era of Gerardo Martino. The aim is clear: build momentum, test combinations, and deliver strong results on multiple fronts this season.
Mexico opened the summer with a solid 2-0 triumph against Guatemala, a result that underscored the team’s cohesion and goal threat. Raul Jimenez opened the scoring, followed by a precise finish from Roberto De La Rosa, sealing the win and signaling the depth available to Cocca as he pieces together his attacking options for the summer tournaments.
In GOAL we offer minute by minute coverage of Mexico’s first visit to Mazatlán in its history, a match that provided the home fans with a much-anticipated glimpse of a squad eager to prove itself on unfamiliar turf and under the spotlight of national duties.
LIVE: MEXICO VS GUATEMALA
- 90′ – Final whistle in Mazatlán, a composed defensive performance preserves the lead and secures the clean sheet.
- 80′ – GOOOOOOOL MEXICO! Roberto de la Rosa adds a second after a well-worked collective move in the box.
- 21:04 – Actions resume as the second half unfolds with Mexico pressing to extend the advantage.
- 45′ – Rest in Mazatlán as the teams head to the locker rooms with the scoreline favorable to the home side.
- 40′ – MALAGÓN’s reflexes shine! The Mexican goalkeeper intercepts a quick corner and bends the ball decisively into a safe zone.
- 14′ – GOOOOOOOL MEXICO! Raul Jimenez converts from the spot after a handball in the area is adjudicated by the referee.
- 12′ – PUNISHMENT FOR MEXICO! The referee awards a penalty following a handball in the box, setting the stage for an early lead.
- 20:01 – The match kicks off at the Kraken Stadium with both teams eager to impose their style early on.
- 19:00 – Welcome to the LIVE STORY of the Mexico vs. Guatemala clash, staged at the Kraken Stadium in Mazatlán. Highlights are available on GOAL.com
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MEXICO
Mexico’s starting XI and key subs were organized to balance defensive solidity with attacking intent. The setup aimed to stretch Guatemala and exploit wide areas, with a blend of experienced forwards and energetic midfield runners ready to press high and break lines.
GUATEMALA
Guatemala approached the game with a compact defensive structure and a plan to disrupt Mexico’s buildup. Their shape favored rapid counters and disciplined marking, attempting to frustrate the home side while maximizing counterattacking opportunities.
RAÚL JIMÉNEZ IS REUNITED WITH THE GOAL
Raúl Jiménez showed signs of his sharpness by converting the early penalty to knock in Mexico’s first goal of the night. His movement, willingness to press, and cool header that opened the scoring highlighted why he remains a central figure for the national team, capable of changing the tempo in attack and providing a reliable focal point for teammates.
ROBERTO DE LA ROSA NETS THE SECOND OF THE NIGHT
Roberto De La Rosa followed up with a composed finish for the second tally, illustrating his growing maturity and confidence in front of goal. The finish was the culmination of a patient spell in possession and a well-constructed attacking sequence from the Mexican side, which kept Guatemala under pressure until the final whistle.
In this match, the hosts demonstrated a balanced approach, combining discipline at the back with purposeful build-up play in midfield and restless movement in the final third. The result provides positive notes for Cocca as he maps a path through the summer schedule, integrating new faces with established contributors, and creating a squad capable of competing on multiple fronts this season.