MWdePro
05-24-2010, 05:43 AM
Mexico
One of the most explosive teams in the finals, Mexico also enter as one of the most inexplicable.
At points, El Tri seem to be able to make a run deep into the finals. A well-balanced team, they show an exceptional ability to score in bunches—they scored five goals on a weakened but sturdy US team in the continental final last summer.
However, that same offense has often turned anemic, turning into near disaster for the Mexican side (recently their match with Iceland resulted in a 0-0 draw). The lack of consistency is the real problem for them.
The defense seems to be holding up quite well. Anchored by veteran keeper Guillermo Ochoa and Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez, the Mexicans haven’t allowed more than two goals in a match since April of 2009. The offense seems to be what is causing real distress.
A main reason is the enigmatic Carlos Vela. Vela is a true force to be reckoned with on his day. However, those seem to be few and far between. His introduction to the game against the USA in Azteca stadium proved to be the turning point—he provided a needed pressure on a defense that just needed a little strain to crumble.
However, his recent play has been nothing to be proud of. Vela transferred to Arsenal in the middle of the 2008/09 campaign and has barely anything to show for it. In almost 50 games with the Gunners, Vela has only 6 goals, even with the prolonged absence of Robin Van Persie in the most recent year.
Another possible savior for the Mexican side could be Giovani Dos Santos. The talented young attacker has shown brilliance in World Cup Qualifying but is yet to find a foothold in either England or Spain for his club teams.
It could be a problem if Dos Santos’ lack of time in a competitive role turns into lack of fitness before the Cup finals. The young man could provide a pivotal performance for El Tri, which could be what pushes them out of the group stage and into the round of six
England
http://www.cityam.com/sport/capello-set-run-rule-over-fringe-stars
http://www.tribalfootball.com/chelsea-stars-out-england%E2%80%99s-friendly-mexico-859271
http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/2891/previews/2010/05/23/1938825/international-friendly-preview-england-mexico
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One of the most explosive teams in the finals, Mexico also enter as one of the most inexplicable.
At points, El Tri seem to be able to make a run deep into the finals. A well-balanced team, they show an exceptional ability to score in bunches—they scored five goals on a weakened but sturdy US team in the continental final last summer.
However, that same offense has often turned anemic, turning into near disaster for the Mexican side (recently their match with Iceland resulted in a 0-0 draw). The lack of consistency is the real problem for them.
The defense seems to be holding up quite well. Anchored by veteran keeper Guillermo Ochoa and Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez, the Mexicans haven’t allowed more than two goals in a match since April of 2009. The offense seems to be what is causing real distress.
A main reason is the enigmatic Carlos Vela. Vela is a true force to be reckoned with on his day. However, those seem to be few and far between. His introduction to the game against the USA in Azteca stadium proved to be the turning point—he provided a needed pressure on a defense that just needed a little strain to crumble.
However, his recent play has been nothing to be proud of. Vela transferred to Arsenal in the middle of the 2008/09 campaign and has barely anything to show for it. In almost 50 games with the Gunners, Vela has only 6 goals, even with the prolonged absence of Robin Van Persie in the most recent year.
Another possible savior for the Mexican side could be Giovani Dos Santos. The talented young attacker has shown brilliance in World Cup Qualifying but is yet to find a foothold in either England or Spain for his club teams.
It could be a problem if Dos Santos’ lack of time in a competitive role turns into lack of fitness before the Cup finals. The young man could provide a pivotal performance for El Tri, which could be what pushes them out of the group stage and into the round of six
England
http://www.cityam.com/sport/capello-set-run-rule-over-fringe-stars
http://www.tribalfootball.com/chelsea-stars-out-england%E2%80%99s-friendly-mexico-859271
http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/2891/previews/2010/05/23/1938825/international-friendly-preview-england-mexico
all copy and paste..........