Match Report
Mexico claimed a 3-1 victory over Republic of Ireland in the Friendly International (Friendlies 1). Mexico's goals came from Tecatito (16'), Raúl Jiménez (25'), Carlos Vela (54'); Republic of Ireland scored through Stephen Gleeson (76'). Match stats: possession 64%-36%, shots 9-4, on target 4-3, corners 5-6. The numbers behind the result — ratings, events and stats — are all above.
Mexico meet Republic of Ireland at MetLife Stadium in the Friendly International.
It ended 3-1 in Mexico's favour.
MetLife Stadium staged the fixture, a ground that holds 82,500. Mexico led 2-0 at the break, and the second half added 2 goals for the 3-1 full-time score.
Goal scorers
Mexico: Tecatito (16'), Raúl Jiménez (25'), Carlos Vela (54') · Republic of Ireland: Stephen Gleeson (76')
Key stats
Possession: Mexico 64% · Republic of Ireland 36% · Total shots: 9-4 · On target: 4-3 · Corners: 5-6