Mexico moved one step closer to the Gold Cup Quarterfinals with a 3-1 win over Canada on Wednesday thanks to a two-goal performance from captain Andres Guardado.
After a dominant start to the match, El Tri didn’t take its first lead until the 40th minute when a cross from the right-hand side struck Zachary Brault-Guillard and ricocheted into the path of Roberto Alvarado, who smashed home Mexico’s opener.
Canada started the second half brightly with Alphonso Davies sending a fierce left-footed shot just wide of Guillermo Ochoa’s goal.
Moments later, Mexico struck again when Andres Guardado, who was was subbed on midway through the first half for the injured Erick Gutierrez, blasted in a superb long-range effort past Milan Borjan for the 2-0.