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Mexico is sent home

Mexico is left out of the World Cup after losing 2 – 0 against Brazil

Mexican football players lament their defeat - Photo: Michael Dalder/REUTERS
02/07/2018 |10:02Newsroom/EL UNIVERSAL in English |
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After a draw at zero during the first half, Neymar scored the goal at minute 51, giving the advantage to Brazil .

Mexico is sent home

(Neymar – Photo: Frank Augstein/AP)

Despite Mexico's best efforts – and goalkeeper Ochoa's skills – Mexico was unable to score during the second half and its fate was sealed after the second Brazil goal came at minute 89.

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For their part, Mexico's Football Team thanked all the fans: