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Mexico's defense still wary of Suarez-less Uruguay

Though the star Barcelona forward will not play, Mexico still sees plenty of threats from the South American side.

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Mexico manager Juan Carlos Osorio wasn't so sure that Luis Suarez, who he said is his pick for best player in the world, wouldn't be playing Sunday.

"The only doubt that we have playing against them is the supposed absence of Suarez," Osorio said. "It wouldn’t surprise us if he plays. Hopefully he can play so we can play against the best Uruguay possible. Cavani surely is going to play and (Cristhian) Stuani may accompany him.