Old ghosts haunt Mexico again as a repeat of 2014 occurred and Mexico lost the third place game against Portugal. Mexico led up until the 90th minute when Miguel Layun got beat by Pepe to score and take things to extra time. Then in extra time, in another play reminiscent of 2014, Layun conceded a penalty kick that Adrien Silva converted to win and beat Mexico. Mexico had played their best game since their opener but never quite dominated the game. Their goal came off an own goal by Portuguese Beto. The game turned out to be controversial with two red cards, one to each side, and a questionable penalty kick not called in favor of Mexico.
Mexico is haunted by the past again as they lose third place to Portugal.
