Halftime: Mexico continues their assault on Honduras penalty area with crosses and entry passes, but are unable to break past Edrick Menjivar! Finally Julian Quinones attempts a shot but it is blocked; thus sending the game into extra time.
Reinaldo Rueda’s side are hoping for a repeat of their first-leg victory on Friday, although without Rigoberto Rivas and Joseph Rosales who could both receive accumulation suspensions.
Match HighLights
As the halftime whistle sounds, both teams remain tied at 0-0. Mexico has shown great control during the opening half by applying consistent pressure to Honduran backline and producing several dangerous crosses and entries into Honduras box.
Honduras has proven itself formidable. Their impressive 4-0 victory against Cuba in Group B gave them confidence, and goalkeeping duo Edrick Menjivar and Cesar Huerta has proven themselves worthy.
El Tri, led by Hirving Lozano and Uriel Antuna, may depend heavily on their attacking prowess for success in this matchup. But El Tri has struggled recently in friendlies – such as its disappointing 2-2 draw with Germany – yet still want a top four finish in the Nations League to secure their place at 2024 Copa America; therefore they will do everything possible to win this encounter; referee Ivan Barton has granted an extraordinary nine minutes of stoppage time, giving El Tri every chance it needs for victory!
Check out the Mexico National Football Team Vs Honduras National Football team Timeline
The Early Encounters: 1980 FIFA World Cup Qualifie
Honduras national football team (or “los Catrachos”) represents its nation of Honduras in international men’s association football competition. A member of CONMEBOL and participating in FIFA competitions, this team was founded in 1921 at Tegucigalpa, capital city. Their first match took place during Independence Centenary Games with their nickname being given as los Catrachos – it has been known ever since!
At two FIFA World Cup tournaments, Egypt finished at the bottom of their groups both times. They then qualified for and competed at Mexico City for 1970 FIFA World Cup Finals where they suffered all three defeats at hands of Italy, France, and Uruguay respectively.
Guillermo Ochoa remains uncertain for Friday’s match after injuring his right knee against Haiti in his last outing, possibly being replaced by Luis Malagon. Otherwise, Mexico remain unchanged with Santiago Gimenez and Bryan Rochez both remaining on their squads.
World Cup Qualifiers 2014: A Test of Strength
Honduras will take on Mexico at Estadio Azteca for the second leg of their Nations League quarter-final, and victory would prove decisive to their chances of qualifying for the 2022 Copa America. A win could help erase memories of last month’s disappointing 2-0 defeat in Tegucigalpa and provide them with confidence going into next month.
La H still boasts talented players capable of surprising Mexico on home turf; yet to avoid defeat and advance they must perform at their utmost.
Santiago Gimenez takes the first shot for El Tri, striking hard off of the crossbar! Bryan Acosta then steps up for El Tri, but his shot is saved by Edrick Menjivar! Andy Najar then misses on a rebound!
World Cup Qualifiers 2022: The Latest Clash
Mexico and Honduras’ rivalry was renewed this past fall during the CONCACAF Nations League when El Tri made a miraculous comeback to beat Honduras 3-2 after going down in the first leg. Honduras went into an initial two goal lead before Luis Chavez and Edson Alvarez scored to force both teams to a penalty shootout to decide the victor.
Mexico won the shootout thanks to two missed penalties from Honduras and a brilliant save by goalkeeper Edrick Menjivar in goalkeeper Edrick Menjivar’s saves, sending them through and into the semifinals, where they will face Costa Rica for what could be their defining match-up at this World Cup. Honduras were knocked out of contention and now enter an all-time series tie against Australia after entering play-offs against Honduras that are tied at four wins each.
The Legacy of the Rivalry
History between Mexico and Honduras has been filled with memorable matches and unexpected results, creating some of the most engaging moments in CONCACAF soccer and creating an indelible legacy among fans from both nations.
Last fall, these two sides met in an exciting match that culminated with a penalty shootout, showcasing both teams’ skills and determination and creating yet another chapter to this storied rivalry. As these two powerhouses continue competing against one another in World Cup qualifiers and regional tournaments, their rivalry promises to provide excitement and unforgettable memories.
Final Words
At Estadio Azteca, Mexico slams Honduras’ penalty area with crosses and entry passes, but can’t find a way past Denil Maldonado to score. Santiago Gimenez had one chance for Honduras but saw his attempt blocked by Denil Maldonado before being cleared away by Maldonado’s onrushing defense.
Halftime: After an uneventful first half, the second 45 minutes promise to be intensely competitive. Mexico have an opportunity to even the aggregate score and secure their place in the CONCACAF Nations League final; however, Honduras have been playing extremely defensively and have denied El Tri a shot on goal all match. Furthermore, several Mexican players have received bookings; any further yellow cards would force them off the field permanently and homophobic “p***” slurs have been audible throughout the stadium, prompting FIFA president Gianni Infantino to express disappointment saying discrimination of any kind has no place in football or society.
