The Mexican National Team finally made its fans happy with a well-rounded match against Ghana on Saturday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina with goals from Hirving “Chucky” Lozano and Uriel Antuna for a 2-0 friendly victory.
The match was even in the first half, but unlike in previous performances, Mexico displayed a coordinated style defensively throughout the entire game. Ghana, however, dominated 54% of ball possession time, yet simply could not get a shot on goal in 90 minutes, only generating four opportunities.
Mexico, on the other hand, had 12 chances and four shots on goal. In addition, Edson Alvarez had a great game, confirming his status as the team’s leader on the field and continuing the great moment he is having with West Ham in the Premier League.
Raul Jimenez was unable to score, but was involved in the game and generated opportunities for his teammates.
The first goal came in the 57th minute via Lozano, who had not scored for Mexico in quite some time. Luis Chavez assisted the PSV striker on a set piece for “Chucky” to cut towards the middle of the box and shoot for the score.
Uriel Antuna tops off victory
Mexico head coach Jaime Lozano then subbed on Antuna, who tore the Ghanaian defense to shreds and scored the second goal of the game.
Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi hesitated on an incoming cross to allow Antuna a goal.
Mexico will face Germany on Tuesday in Philadelphia for the toughest match of the Lozano era.
Germany defeated the USMNT 3-1 on Saturday as both sides look to be in a rediscovery period.