In a week of the underdog surprises, Mexico stopped another upset by squeaking through a tough Puerto Rican team by a score of 2-1. Puerto Rico took an early lead to the surprise of Mexico, then rode on the superior coaching plan from Puerto Rico’s Marco Velez with a Mexican side that showed a lack of imagination to counter it. Mexico’s superior talent was able to get back the lead and they benefited from their superior capabilities as although Puerto Rico had arrived with a months rest, they faltered badly in the second half. Mexico will now face an El Salvador team in the Quarterfinals where they will play for the ticket to the U17 World Cup.
Mexico U17 qualify to the last eight after getting through tough Puerto Rico.
