This is how Mexico and Venezuela arrive at their group stage match at the Copa América 2024
Mexico and Venezuela face off to dispute the leadership of Group B of the Copa América after starting with victories. Venezuela surprised Ecuador and seeks to confirm an outstanding footballing moment with a view to a historic performance in the Copa América and a cycle towards qualification for the World Cup. Mexico, meanwhile, appeals to show that it is not below the South American teams and can make up for its recent past of mediocre results.
Mexico defeated Jamaica with just enough in the first match and added three valuable points for the classification, but it left doubts. El Tri, which basically plays at home, found itself with little offensive capacity and allowed Jamaica to reach a lot. In addition, he was left with a significant loss: Edson Álvarez, his biggest star, suffered a tear against Jamaica and his permanence in the Copa América is still uncertain.
On the other hand, the Vinotinto came back against Ecuador taking advantage of the expulsion of Enner Valencia. It is not a minor victory, Ecuador is a good team and Venezuela showed that it has virtue and options. The Argentine coach Fernando Batista made two changes and both scored: Johnder Cádiz and Eduardo Bello.
Venezuela’s best participation in a Copa América was in 2011, when it came in fourth place. Can you reach those levels?
- (1) Venezuela in the Copa América 2024){kind=link}