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Chile overwhelm Mexico

SANTA CLARA, Calif. --Chile booked a place in the Copa America Centenario quarterfinals with a 7-0 thumping of Mexico. Eduardo Vargas scored four goals while Edson Puch scored twice. Alexis Sanchez did his bit as well scoring one goal and adding two assists.

Here are three thoughts on a stunning night.

1. Chile's change of pace proves too much for El Tri

Chile has long been known for its pressing style but against Mexico, it wasn't just the habit of defending high up the field that upset El Tri but also the way its attack went from standing still to warp speed.