The national teams of Mexico and Russia will meet in the third round of the Confederations Cup group stage. Bookmakers reckon, that the Mexicans have slightly better chances on a victory in this couple, however there are some whists for the Russian team as well. The fate of a ticket to the knockout stage is to be determined in the match. Even a draw will suffice for the Mexico team, while Cherchesov’s side requires only a victory.
The Mexico national team’s goal at the Confederations Cup is getting into top four, i.e. advancement to the competition’s playoffs. The Mexicans currently have four points in the asset: a draw with Portugal and a comeback victory with the national team of New Zealand. It should be reminded, that the Mexicans had a great gaming practice prior to the competition in Russia, the team had two friendly matches, as well as having two encounters for the World Cup qualification.
On Wednesday evening, the Russia national team had suffered their first defeat on the tournament. After that, one can confidently say, that the next loss will be the last one at the Confederations Cup for Cherchesov’s men. Despite the defeat, the Crimsons still have chances on advancing to playoffs, but for that, they need to defeat the Mexicans, which will be extremely problematic to do.
The Mexico national team plays fine in Russia. The side has well-coordinated squad, in which there are many individually strong performers. The Russian team is also showing some decent level of football, but Cherchesov’s men will need to act from the position of power in the forthcoming encounter and such tactics is always difficult for the Crimsons.
Prediction for the match: Mexico not to lose
