Match report
Argentina Defeats Mexico 2-0 in World Cup Clash
Argentina
2–0
FT
Mexico
Nov 26, 2022
Argentina secured a crucial victory against Mexico in their FIFA World Cup group stage match on November 26th, winning by the final score of 2-0. The game was marked by a dominant performance from Argentina's star players, including Lionel Messi, who netted one goal and provided an assist to E. Fernandez for the second goal.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Argentina 2–0 Mexico
- • Lionel Messi scored in the 64th minute with an assist from Ángel Di María
- • Enzo Fernández extended the lead to 2-0 at the 87th minute with an assist from Lionel Messi
- • Ángel Di María and Gonzalo Montiel received yellow cards for Argentina
- • Néstor Araujo, Édgar Gutiérrez, Hiram Herrera, and Ricardo Alvarado were all shown yellow cards for Mexico
Lineups
Argentina
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 23 E. Martínez (G)
- 4 G. Montiel (D)
- 19 N. Otamendi (D)
- 25 Lisandro Martínez (D)
- 8 M. Acuña (D)
- 11 Á. Di María (M)
- 7 R. De Paul (M)
- 18 G. Rodríguez (M)
- 20 A. Mac Allister (M)
- 10 L. Messi (F)
- 22 Lautaro Martínez (F)
Substitutes
- 24 E. Fernández
- 26 N. Molina
- 9 J. Álvarez
- 13 C. Romero
- 14 E. Palacios
- 16 T. Almada
- 5 L. Paredes
- 3 N. Tagliafico
- 17 P. Gómez
- 2 J. Foyth
- 6 G. Pezzella
- 12 G. Rulli
- 21 P. Dybala
- 1 F. Armani
- 15 Á. Correa
Mexico
Formation: 5-3-2
Starting XI
- 13 G. Ochoa (G)
- 26 K. Álvarez (D)
- 2 N. Araújo (D)
- 3 C. Montes (D)
- 15 H. Moreno (D)
- 23 J. Gallardo (D)
- 24 L. Chávez (M)
- 16 H. Herrera (M)
- 18 A. Guardado (M)
- 22 H. Lozano (F)
- 10 A. Vega (F)
Substitutes
- 14 É. Gutiérrez
- 9 R. Jiménez
- 21 U. Antuna
- 25 R. Alvarado
- 8 C. Rodríguez
- 19 J. Sánchez
- 6 G. Arteaga
- 1 A. Talavera
- 7 L. Romo
- 4 E. Álvarez
- 20 H. Martín
- 11 R. Funes Mori
- 12 R. Cota
- 17 O. Pineda
- 5 J. Vásquez
Timeline
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22' Mexico Card · Yellow CardNéstor Araujo
Foul
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42' Mexico subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Guardado · On: É. Gutiérrez
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43' Argentina Card · Yellow CardGonzalo Montiel
Foul
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50' Mexico Card · Yellow CardÉ. Gutiérrez
Foul
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57' Argentina subst · Substitution 1Off: G. Rodriguez · On: E. Fernandez
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63' Argentina subst · Substitution 2Off: Gonzalo Montiel · On: N. Molina
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63' Argentina subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Martinez · On: J. Álvarez
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64' Argentina Goal · Normal GoalL. Messi · Assist: Á. Di María
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66' Mexico Card · Yellow CardH. Herrera
Foul
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66' Mexico subst · Substitution 2Off: K. Álvarez · On: R. Jiménez
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66' Mexico subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Vega · On: U. Antuna
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69' Argentina subst · Substitution 4Off: Á. Di María · On: C. Romero
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69' Argentina subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Mac Allister · On: E. Palacios
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73' Mexico subst · Substitution 4Off: H. Lozano · On: R. Alvarado
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87' Argentina Goal · Normal GoalE. Fernandez · Assist: L. Messi
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89' Mexico Card · Yellow CardR. Alvarado
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Argentina | Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 77% |
| Offsides | 2 | 4 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 5 | 4 |
| Corners | 4 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 528 | 370 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 1 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 2 |
| Possession | 59% | 41% |
| Accurate Passes | 446 | 284 |
| Shots Inside Box | 2 | 1 |
| Saves | 1 | 0 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Lionel Messi's goal in the 64th minute broke the deadlock and shifted momentum towards Argentina
- ▸ Enzo Fernández’s second goal secured a comfortable lead for Argentina, effectively ending any comeback hopes from Mexico