FT | That's it! Brazil are through! 2-0 it is for Brazil as Mexico are eliminated. Towards the end of first-half and then whole of second-half, Mexico were completely outplayed by Brazil. Mexico did start on a promising note but failed make their chances count. Brazil will now meet the winner of Belgium vs Japan in the quarterfinal.
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02 Jul, 21:16 (IST)
88' | GOAL!!! There you go! Brazil double their lead. Roberto Firmino with the goal. He is assisted by Neymar as Brazil take further control in the match. The ball before being slotted into the net deflected slight from Guillermo Ochoa's feet and that made things easy for Firmino. Brazil 2-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 21:08 (IST)
82' | We are nearing the end of the second-half. Time running away for Mexico. They need to find a way to equalise. Brazil 1-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 21:01 (IST)
73' | Mexico's quest to equalise continues. They have never won a knock-out match at the World Cup after falling behind. So, this is something to worry about for Mexico. Brazil 1-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 20:38 (IST)
51' | GOAL!!! Neymar opens the scoring for Brazil. This is Brazil's 227th goal in the World Cup history and they have overtaken Germany. Coming back to the goal, Neymar receives a low cross from Willian and slides to slot it perfectly. Brazil 1-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 20:18 (IST)
HT | So, that's the end of first-half. Both teams failed to open the scoring. Very little to separate the two teams. Both teams share the honours as far as ball possession is concerned. Though Brazil have had more attempts than Mexico.
Join us back for the second-half.
02 Jul, 20:10 (IST)
39' | Free kick for Neymar. He tries to slot it directly from 25 yards or so. Kicks it too high and too wide. Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 20:03 (IST)
31' | Few minutes back we were talking about Mexico's attack. But since then, it is brazil who have speeded up their attack with three back to back chances. Mexico need to find a way to go on attack again. For that to happen they need to gather the ball first! Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 19:59 (IST)
27' | Neymar had a chance to put Brazil ahead. However, Gulliermo Ochoa affects a fine save and denies Brazil any chance to open the scoring. Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 19:57 (IST)
25' | We are halfway through the first-half and Mexico has been slightly better in terms of attack than Brazil so far. However, Mexico has not been able to take the lead they would have wanted. Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 19:45 (IST)
13' | In last three minutes, Mexico created few chances, but couldn't capitalise. Brazil defence has been kept busy in these last few minutes. Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 19:41 (IST)
10' | Both the teams have shown intent to take an early lead. However, defence has been upto the mark for both Brazil and Mexico. Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 19:32 (IST)
2' | Brazil start with majority of possession. Mexico win back the ball and created a chance to open the scoring, only to be blocked. Brazil 0-0 Mexico.
02 Jul, 19:29 (IST)
- June 17, 2018: Germany vs Mexico (0-1)
- June 23, 2018: South Korea vs Mexico (1-2)
- June 26, 2018: Mexico vs Sweden (0-3)
02 Jul, 19:28 (IST)
- June 17, 2018: Brazil vs Switzerland (1-1)
- June 22, 2018: Brazil vs Costa Rica (2-0)
- June 27, 2018: Serbia vs Brazil (0-2)
02 Jul, 19:24 (IST)
Both the teams have made their way out in the middle and it is time for respective National Anthems.
Brazil take on Mexico in the fifth Round of 16 match of 2018 FIFA World Cup. Brazil vs Mexico football match will take place at Samara Arena. Both the teams will be looking to make it to the last-eight of the football World Cup. While Brazil made it to pre-quarters after topping Group E, Mexico, on the other hand, finished runners-up in Group F. Stay tuned for Brazil vs Mexico football match live score updates.
Brazil started their FIFA World Cup 2018 campaign with a 1-1 draw against Switzerland. They then defeated Costa Rica 2-0 to register their first win of the tournament. In their last group stage outing, Brazil outplayed Serbia 2-0 to advance to the Round of 16. Meanwhile, Felipe Luis is expected to replace Marcelo in the Brazil lineup after the latter was forced off against Serbia following a back spasm. Brazil vs Mexico, Live Streaming of Round of 16 Football Match 5: Get Knockout Stage Telecast & Free Online Stream Details in India for 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Mexico, on the other hand, started their World Cup campaign on a promising defeating defending champions Germany 1-0. Mexico continued their winning run against South Korea with a 2-1 victory in their second match. However, in their last group stage match against Sweden, Mexico were handed a 0-3 defeat. Mexico come into this contest without the services of defender Hector Morena, who was suspended after picking back to back Yellow Cards. Hugo Ayala is expected to take his place.
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