Chile host Mexico with both sides looking to maintain their unbeaten starts to Copa America as they meet on Tuesday morning. Neither of the two nations has ever won the tournament, but both have come close recently. The two sides have met in a friendly in September 2014 and the result was a goalless draw. The last six meetings between them ended with two wins apiece and two draws.
Chile kicked off the tournament with a 2-0 victory over Ecuador, another win would all but secure their passage to the knockout stage. Arturo Vidal scored the opening goal against Ecuador as he converted a penalty kick. Chile have been runners-up at this competition on four occasion, which makes them the most successful side that has never won the tournament. The hosts will be without Matias Fernandez who was sent off in the opening match.
Mexico finished third in three of the last six editions of the Copa America, an finished as runners-up in 2001. They were held to a goalless draw by Bolivia in the opening match, so they need to avoid defeat at all costs against Chile in order to preserve their chances of qualifying. Mexico might try to change things around in attack after failing to score against Bolivia, while Gerardo Flores might be rested as he is one yellow card away from suspension.
Probable line-ups:
Chile: Bravo - Mena, Medel, Rojas, Isla - Pizarro, Aranguiz, Diaz - Sanchez, Vidal, Vargas
Mexico: Corona - Dominguez, Ayala, Marquez, Flores - Aldrete, Corona, Montes, Jimenez - Montes, Fabian
My prediction: Chile to win 3-1.
Here are the odds for the match at Bet365:
Chile win - 1.50 Draw - 4.20 Mexico win - 8.00
sharpe
8 years ago
It was a great, high scoring entertaining game and I must admit that I didn't expected so many goals to be conceded between these two, especially after the first round of the tournament when both teams cumulative scored 1 goal from penalty ! Very tight group will be interesting in the last games too.
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Alexa Alexa 8 years ago
This was spectacular performance from both teams.Mathces like this everyone enjoys to watch.When you see 6 goals and lot of missed chances,than you know you havent wasted your time with watching football.Mexico proved that against Bolivia thay only had a bad day.I must mention Arturo Vidal,he is real leader for Chile,they...
This was spectacular performance from both teams.Mathces like this everyone enjoys to watch.When you see 6 goals and lot of missed chances,than you know you havent wasted your time with watching football.Mexico proved that against Bolivia thay only had a bad day.I must mention Arturo Vidal,he is real leader for Chile,they have to be very happy to have him in the team.
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seculla
8 years ago
It was a great match, just as I expected. Great football with many goals, three by each International Team. I expected that Chile will win, but they didn't manage to do that. Anyway, for me it's very great how Vidal played this two games in Copa America. In two matches he scored three goals and assisted one. It will be...
It was a great match, just as I expected. Great football with many goals, three by each International Team. I expected that Chile will win, but they didn't manage to do that. Anyway, for me it's very great how Vidal played this two games in Copa America. In two matches he scored three goals and assisted one. It will be great for Juventus if he keep this form for the next season.
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rikimartin4444_115925
8 years ago
What a spectacular match we watched last night. I did not expect to see six goals in this match. Mexico lead three times but they didn't managed to win the match. That is disappointing for them. On the other side, Chile have to be very satisfied with one point from this game. In next games, they need to play better if they...
What a spectacular match we watched last night. I did not expect to see six goals in this match. Mexico lead three times but they didn't managed to win the match. That is disappointing for them. On the other side, Chile have to be very satisfied with one point from this game. In next games, they need to play better if they want to win the trophy.
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galata86 8 years ago
I did not expect a match with a lot of goals last night. But I also expected that Chile will win. Mexico is now in a bad position, next match they have to win to get past the quarter finals. I think it will be difficult, but theyyou can win. Vidal played great last night.
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sharpe
8 years ago
I expect a huge battle and close result in this one. Both teams didn't convinced in their first games so this will be mighty important game for both teams, especially for Mexico who could be out of the tournament if they loose that one. Chile are favourites but mostly because they host the tournament and the poor play of...
I expect a huge battle and close result in this one. Both teams didn't convinced in their first games so this will be mighty important game for both teams, especially for Mexico who could be out of the tournament if they loose that one. Chile are favourites but mostly because they host the tournament and the poor play of Mexico so far.
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rikimartin4444_115925
8 years ago
This is match between two great teams. Chile won in first match and they will try to do that again. They are in great shape, with fantastic players and home court. That will be enough for them to win this game. On the other side, Mexico played 0-0 draw in first game and now they have to win. It will be extremely hard for...
This is match between two great teams. Chile won in first match and they will try to do that again. They are in great shape, with fantastic players and home court. That will be enough for them to win this game. On the other side, Mexico played 0-0 draw in first game and now they have to win. It will be extremely hard for them to do that. My prediction is 2-1 win for Chile.
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seculla
8 years ago
This will be a great match between two best teams in Group A. I think that Chile have a slight better team and it's very helpful for them that this tournament is playing on their own "soil". Also I think that along with Argentina and Brazil, Chile is one of the biggest favorites to win Copa America. From this match I expect...
This will be a great match between two best teams in Group A. I think that Chile have a slight better team and it's very helpful for them that this tournament is playing on their own "soil". Also I think that along with Argentina and Brazil, Chile is one of the biggest favorites to win Copa America. From this match I expect great football and also at least three goals.
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Alexa Alexa 8 years ago
This will be superb clash.Chile won first match and played very good.On the other side Mexico did not managed to beat Bolivia,so now they will have to show much better performance.I expect to see very offensive approach from both teams.My predictions is 2-1 for Chile.
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Johnajax 8 years ago
Chile won in that first match against Ecuador 2-0 and now they have chance that after two round they secure their place in next round and I expect it. Mexico played only 0-0 against Bolivia and Bolivia was better whole game. So tonight I expect that Chile with Vidal, Alexis and Pizzaro can score at least two times and win...
Chile won in that first match against Ecuador 2-0 and now they have chance that after two round they secure their place in next round and I expect it. Mexico played only 0-0 against Bolivia and Bolivia was better whole game. So tonight I expect that Chile with Vidal, Alexis and Pizzaro can score at least two times and win easy.
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