Mexico beat Saudi Arabia but fall short in bid to reach last 16

Mexico defeated Saudi Arabia 2-1 but agonisingly went out of the World Cup on goal difference on a night of incredible drama in Doha. El Tri needed one more goal to progress but a 94th minute Saudi counter attack spelled disaster as they narrowly crashed out.

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Messi inspires Argentina to vital victory over Mexico

Lionel Messi produced a moment of trademark magic to help keep Argentina’s World Cup hopes alive with victory in a tense encounter against Mexico. In need of a victory to stay in contention Messi put La Albiceleste ahead before Enzo Fernandez put the game to bed with a stunning finish minutes from the final whistle.

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Lewandowski misses penalty as Poland draw with Mexico

Robert Lewandowski had a penalty saved as Poland and Mexico played out a goalless World Cup draw at a fervent Stadium 974. Captain Lewandowski has never scored in the tournament and his wait continues after a tame effort was kept out by Mexico’s veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa.

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Qatar 2022: Group C Preview

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is almost here and Group C features one of the pre-tournament favourites. It also features one of Latin America’s finest sides, a European team looking to reach the knockout stages for the first times since 1986 and a Middle Eastern side eager for success close to home. Here’s your guide to Group C.

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