🚨 Zlatan Ibrahimović on Mexico 3-0 win against Czech Republic:
I could hear some people questioned where this Mexico team at the beginning of the match, but the second half of the game, gave everyone the answer.
For me the first half lacked urgency, and I kept waiting for someone to take responsibility. When the breakthrough finally arrived, everything changed.
Mateo Chávez's opening goal was outstanding. The pace, the confidence and the finish immediately brought the game to life. It was the kind of moment that shifts momentum and gives an entire team belief.
That's why scoring first is so important. It doesn't guarantee victory, but it changes the mentality of both teams. Mexico grew in confidence with every minute, while the Czech Republic suddenly found themselves chasing the game.
The second goal came quickly and completely took control of the contest. From there, Mexico looked composed, disciplined and full of confidence, knowing fully well there will be a third goal.
You saw the legendary goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa. Even after coming on late, he produced an important save that reminded everyone why he's been such a trusted figure for Mexico on the biggest stage.
One thing about Mexico is that they never stop surprising people at the World Cup. Every tournament they produce moments that make opponents take notice.
If this performance is anything to go by, the knockout stage could be where this team becomes truly dangerous.
Mexico didn't just win tonight.
They reminded the football world that overlooking them is always a mistake.
@roxasorg13 No es la distancia mou, es que la regla es clara… si el pie está despegado… ya sabemos que los negreira boys no saben de reglas pero así es el fuchibol, normalmente
Mbappé hoy no jugó bien, sacandole los dos goles no hizo mucho, erró mano a mano, erró pases, perdío pelotas sencillas. Lamentablemente vivimos en un mundo que jugar bien es solo hacer goles y hay cosas más allá. Aprendan analizar este deporte de manera más profunda.