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End of match, final score 0-0
The match has ended and we have a draw against Japan. After 95 minutes, the Mexican team couldn't score a goal. In addition, during Chucky Lozano's return to the team, César Montes was sent off, and Edson Álvarez left the field injured in the first half.
Key moments
Three minutes of added time will be played. After the VAR review, César Montes receives a red card. Montes will miss the next match against South Korea, and Mexico will finish the game with 10 players.
César Montes blocks Ayase Ueda's shot, earning a yellow card; this will be Japan's last free kick opportunity, as there is only the remaining time added by the referee. The referee goes to the VAR to review the incident, and Montes will receive a red card.
Chucky Lozano had everything in place to score the first goal; he cut inside the box looking to create a scoring opportunity, and in the end, it was Lozano himself who finished the move. Germán Berterame missed the shot, turned around, and with a good assist from Santiago, he ultimately sent the ball wide of the goal.
Santiago Jiménez has had very few touches of the ball and has had to drop back into midfield to find support from his teammates. Mexico hasn't managed a single shot on target, apart from a few headers.
The match is progressing at a slow pace, and the players are showing signs of fatigue. The coaches haven't found any solutions to improve their team's performance. Hajime Moriyasu continues to shout instructions to his players.
Japan made two substitutions: Shuto Machino and Yuito Suzuki replaced Mitoma and Doan. For Mexico, Marcel Ruiz was replaced by Charly Rodríguez. We are now entering the final 10 minutes, and the team that scores next will break the deadlock.
Japan launches a counter-attack. Looking for the goal that will end the Mexican team's unbeaten streak, Junya Ito delivers a good cross, but Daizen Maeda couldn't connect with the shot. Luis Ángel Malagón clears the ball to Santiago. Japan is preparing some substitutions.
Marcel Ruiz was looking to create a good opportunity down the flank, but it didn't work out; Mexico just couldn't find their way to the goal. Javier Aguirre looks very frustrated in the technical area because he hasn't found the right solutions to achieve victory tonight.
Japan makes three substitutions: Minamino, Kubo, and Kamada are off, replaced by Junya Ito, Daizen Maeda, and Kaishu Sano. There's a foul for Mexico, and Jesús Gallardo takes the free kick, aiming for Chucky Lozano, but Lozano can't reach the ball, and it goes out of bounds for a throw-in.
Mexico has a free kick following a foul by Erik Lira on Japan's number 8, Minamino. Chucky Lozano will take the free kick; the shot was blocked by Suzuki, and the initial attempt was by Erick Lira. Japan is preparing three substitutions.
Yellow card for Marcel Ruiz for a foul on captain Wataru Endo. Take Kubo shoots at goal, but Jorge Sánchez blocks the shot. Mexico has avoided conceding the first goal to Japan. Malagón sends the ball upfield to Santiago.
Mexico makes four attacking substitutions: Santiago Giménez, Germán Berterame, Hirving Chucky Lozano, and Erick Sánchez come on to replace Alexis Vega, Piojo Alvarado, Raúl Jiménez, and Orbelín Pineda.
Ko Itakura goes down with a knee injury. Hiroki Sekine prepares to come on as a substitute, while Edson Álvarez, who was already on the bench, leaves the field to go to the locker room. Japan makes its first substitution due to injury, and Mexico is about to make two substitutions.
Takumi Minamino's shot went over the crossbar and into the stands. Now Mexico is looking to respond; Roberto Alvarado also had a shot that went high over Suzuki's goal, that being the clearest scoring opportunity so far. The score remains 0-0 in the second half.
Orbelín Pineda commits a foul on Take Kubo to stop a Japanese attack, as Japan was looking to score the first goal of the match. Mexico hasn't had any real scoring opportunities; Kubo looks like Messi, effortlessly dribbling past defenders in the penalty area, and three defenders have to come over to mark him.
Ayase Ueda almost scored for Japan, but Mexico had Malagón to save the goal. Raúl Jiménez wins a free kick, and Alexis Vega takes the shot, but his cross is cleared by the defense, and no one can get a shot on goal.
Second half 0-0
The second half is underway, with the final 45 minutes of the match now in progress. Let's hope we see some goals and exciting moments, and that we get a winner. The referee has just signaled the start of the second half. The fans are eager to see the football action unfold.
Half time 0-0
Half-time has arrived, marking the end of the first half of the match, which has been full of exciting moments. Let's review the key events so far. I've had a coffee to recharge my energy, as we'll be back shortly for the second half. The bad news is that Kubo and Edson Álvarez have suffered injuries.
This is the final play of the match, with Luis Ángel Malagón clearing the ball. There's a problem involving Japan, as Takefusa Kubo is down on the ground. There will be one more minute of added time. Kubo's foul was provoked by a foul committed by Johan Vázquez.
Alexis and Piojo were looking to create a chance in the center of the field, but they couldn't get the ball into the penalty area. There's some trouble on the field; Minamino is fouled by Jorge Sánchez, and Mitoma pulls off a skillful move past Piojo Alvarado. Japan will have a free kick.
The game improved somewhat as Mexico started looking for more attacking options. The Mexican fans are singing, cheering, and urging their team to react; they haven't stopped singing for a moment throughout the match. This is a passionate fanbase that always makes its presence felt when the Mexican national team comes to the United States.
Alexis Vega almost set up the first goal for Mexico National Team with a counter-attack. However, Japan regrouped and defended well, and the 0-0 scoreline looks likely to remain until halftime. Japan is better.
Luis Ángel Malagón almost made a mistake that could have led to Japan's first goal. Edson Álvarez has also been substituted, with Cruz Azul player Erik Lira coming on in his place. Javier Aguirre is shouting instructions from the bench, urging his players to react; Kubo almost scored a goal.
Alarm bells are ringing in Mexico because Edson Álvarez has suffered an injury and has fallen to the ground. He is touching his left thigh, and Orbelín Pineda is approaching the bench to receive instructions from the coaching staff.
Raúl Jiménez hasn't been able to get on the ball, and the Mexican striker has become frustrated because he hasn't had any scoring opportunities. Jorge Sánchez blocks Minamino's shot, and Mexico is safe.
Edson Álvarez's header went over Suzuki's goal; Marcel, Alexis Vega, and Gallardo combined to set up the play, starting with a great recovery by Orbelín Pineda. Mexico continues to struggle on the field.
Roberto Alvarado crosses the ball into the area, but Zion Suzuki clears it well. His height allowed him to intercept a potential shot from Raúl Jiménez. Japan continues to be the better team in the first half, and Vega commits a foul on Endo.
Ritsu Doan had the first goal of the match, with a shot over Malagón's head; Sánchez ultimately cleared it off the line. Mexico launched a counter-attack with Alexis Vega, but lost possession due to a lack of pace, and the good defending prevented them from reaching the goal. Doan then recovered possession of the ball.
Mexico can't get past midfield; Jesús Gallardo passes to Marcel Ruiz, who then plays the ball to Orbelín Pineda, looking to create an opportunity down the flank with Jorge Sánchez. From there, Ruiz continues the build-up play, moving the ball around in midfield, and Raúl Jiménez needs to drop deeper to receive the ball.
Great save by Luis Angel Malagón! Takefusa Kubo attempted a shot from distance, following a good move by Mitoma to find Kubo in space. The shot was powerful and long-range, but the América goalkeeper made a fine one-handed save.
Mitoma tries to move the ball to the flank, but Mexico loses possession when Jesús Gallardo intercepts the pass. Marcel Ruiz then passes the ball to Malagón. Mexico hasn't been able to penetrate Japan's defensive area, and the four-man backline is still struggling to contain Japan's attacks.
Luis Ángel Malagón defends well and passes the ball to Marcel Ruiz; Johan Vázquez joins him to help clear the ball. Mexico is playing well, moving the ball around to try and get out of their own area under pressure from Takefuso Kubo.
First half 0-0
The first 45 minutes of the match have begun. We're about to see all the exciting action that fans love. Today promises to be a great game, with goals, fouls, cards, and above all, plenty of entertainment. The referee blows his whistle and the match is underway.
We're about to start the match! In just a moment
We'll bring you live coverage on VAVEL of the final friendly match between the Mexican National Team and Japan, from the Oakland Coliseum. We'll be back with more in a few minutes. Stay tuned to VAVEL for live coverage.
They're warming up now
Both teams are already doing their stretching exercises, in preparation for the start of this friendly match between the Mexican national team and Japan, taking place at Oakland Coliseum Stadium. The fans are very enthusiastic, and the home team is the favorite to win.
Mexico starting lineup
Mexico starting lineup: Luis Ángel Malagón, Jorge Sánchez, César Montes, Johan Vázquez, Jesús Gallardo, Orbelín Pineda, Edson Álvarez, Marcel Ruiz, Roberto Alvarado, Raúl Jiménez, Alexis Vega.
Manager: Javier Aguirre
Manager: Javier Aguirre
Mexico's next match
We'll share the lineups with you shortly
We're just moments away from bringing you the Mexico vs. Japan friendly match live on VAVEL from Oakland Coliseum Stadium, but we'll take a short break. We'll be back in a few minutes to show you the confirmed lineups.
The teams have arrived
The locker room
Everything is ready for the players of both teams to arrive; the locker rooms are fully equipped with all the necessary items. This promises to be a thrilling match in the friendly game between the Mexican National Team and Japan, to be played at Oakland Coliseum Stadium. We'll have more information shortly.
The fans have arrived
We're back!
We're here live from Oakland Coliseum Stadium for the friendly match between the Mexican National Team and Japan. The starting lineups have been confirmed for this exciting match. Stay tuned to VAVEL for more updates and information about the game. We'll be back shortly.
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