It seems the fifth time was the charm for Mexico in Columbus, Ohio, as they defeated the US national team 2-1 on Friday in the opening match of the hexagonal round of CONCACAF World Cup qualifying at MAPFRE Stadium.
Prior to Friday's match, the US had beaten Mexico four consecutive times in Columbus by a 2-0 scoreline, but a late goal from Rafa Marquez made the difference on the night, and broke the "Dos a Cero" run for the Americans.
The first chance of the night came 10 minutes in for Mexico, as Jesus Corona's dribble and shot got a touch from US goalkeeper Tim Howard before bouncing off the far post, and Javier Hernandez could not react quickly enough to make a rebound attempt on the play.