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The match is over! Mexico eliminated Canada and is back in the Concacaf Nations League final, where it will face Panama.

CLOSE! Bombito beat his marker to the spot and headed the ball, but it went over Luis Ángel Malagón's goal.

Canada continues to attack, as they want the goal that will reduce the score at all costs, but they are unable to get the goal.

After some time wasted in the second half, referee Said Martínez decided to add five minutes of stoppage time.

The Canadians are quick to leave their own half, but Mexico is well positioned in the lower zone.

Mexico's substitution. Midfielder Erik Lira left the field and was replaced by the experienced Luis Chávez.

Mexico hasn't changed its approach, remaining defensive and waiting for a counterattack to finish the game on the Sofi Stadium pitch.

Despite conceding the second goal, the Canadians didn't let up and continued attacking from all corners of the field, but were unable to break through the Canadian defense.

Mexico's substitution. Santiago Giménez left the field and was replaced by striker Julián Quiñones.

CLOSE! Jacob Shaffelburg had the opportunity to score the second but couldn't connect with the ball inside the six-yard box.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL FOR MEXICO. Raúl Jiménez powerfully curled a free kick in off the far post to make it 2-0 at Sofi Stadium.

Canada leaves spaces in the lower zone and these are beginning to be exploited by the Mexican national team.

The Canadians have pushed their lines forward again, as they press hard for the equalizer, but they are unable to get it.

Israel Reyes received a yellow card after committing a serious foul on Jacob Shaffelburg, who was preparing to attack dangerously in the center of the field.

Canada changes. Ismaël Koné and Ali Ahmed left, while Tajon Buchanan and Mathieu Choinière came in.

Midfielder Ismaël Koné has lain down on the pitch, showing signs of fatigue, and is now being treated by the medical team.

Mexico tries to get out of its own half with the ball under control, but the Canadians press hard to regain control.

UFF . Malagón came out in a bad way to cut the cross and when Derek Cornelius was about to head it, Edson Álvarez deflected it for a corner.

Canada made a substitution. Forward Jonathan Osorio came off the field and Jacob Shaffelburg came on.

Derek Cornelius left the field after experiencing muscle discomfort and is already being treated by his national team's medical team.

Mexico's changes. Alexis Vega and Carlos Rodríguez left, while Luis Romo and César Huerta came in.

MEXICO IS SAVED! Larin shot powerfully, the ball was deflected and just went over the crossbar of the Mexican goal.

Canada has come out with even greater determination, while Mexico has completely retreated into its own half, playing on the counterattack.

HE MISSED IT! Alphonso Davies found himself with the ball on the edge of the penalty area and shot, but it went wide.

The ball's rolling! Mexico and Canada are playing the second half at Sofi Stadium.

The first half is over ! Mexico takes the lead at halftime.

Because little time was lost, referee Said Martínez decided to add 3 minutes of stoppage time.

BOMBSHELL! Alphonso Davies fired a powerful free kick that sailed just past the top left corner of Luis Ángel Malagón's goal.

Johan Vásquez received a yellow card for stopping a dangerous advance led by Larin.

Canada continues to attack and continues to press for the equalizer, but they can't get it.

GOOOOOO... OFFSIDE. Edson Álvarez had shot inside the box and scored the second of the night, but the goal was disallowed for offside.

Canada is already creating a lot of danger in Mexico's goal, but they lack the clarity to tie the score at Sofi Stadium.

Another yellow card . Full-back Alistair Johnston was shown a yellow card after fouling Alexis Vega, who was about to break down the left flank.

CLOSE! Johan Vásquez headed the ball inside the box, but it couldn't be connected with and ended up grazing the far post of the Canadian goal.

UFF. Alphonso Davies fired a powerful free kick into the hands of goalkeeper Luis Ángel Malagón.

Canadian footballers are beginning to despair, as their plays are failing to find their way into the opposing goal.

The Americans move the ball from all corners of the field, but they can't find any space because Mexico defends well.

Forward Alexis Vega was booked after committing a late foul on Ali Ahmed, who was preparing to attack at high speed.

The Canadians have control of the ball, and Mexico has forgotten how to attack, as they expect a counterattack.

Experienced midfielder Alphonso Davies was shown a yellow card after committing a serious foul on Johan Vásquez just outside the penalty area.

HE MISSED IT! Santiago Giménez went one-on-one with the Canadian goalkeeper and shot, but Dayne St. Clair deflected it for a corner.

Moïse Bombito committed a serious foul on Raúl Jiménez, who complained loudly about the stomp he received near the benches.

The Canadian team tried to get out with the ball under control and did so, although with some complications as Mexico began to apply pressure in the three-quarters of the field.

SHOT. Jonathan David found himself with the ball inside the box and unleashed a powerful shot that went over the goal.

The Canadians constantly attack down the wings, as Mexico is completely behind, waiting for a counterattack to go for the second.

Penalty? Derek Cornelius took a kick from Edson Álvarez, but the referee let it go, deeming there was no foul.

The Canadians have already advanced their lines and are beginning to create danger in the opposing goal, where Mexico is retreating to defend itself.

Fortunately, forward Raúl Jiménez did not experience any problems after receiving treatment and will continue in the match against Canada.

Raúl Jiménez left the field after a strong collision with midfielder Stephen Eustáquio, who did not sustain any injuries.

After the goal, the Nationals play the ball very calmly, and the Canadians wait to begin applying pressure.

GOAL FOR MEXICO. At 37 seconds, Raúl Jiménez found the ball inside the box and made it 1-0.

The match has kicked off at Sofi Stadium ! Mexico and Canada face off in the Concacaf Nations League semifinal.

Canada's Recent Matches

Canada enters this semifinal on a positive note, winning four of their last five matches. They secured a comfortable 3-0 win over Suriname in the quarterfinals and have shown defensive resilience in recent games. Their last meeting with Mexico ended in a scoreless draw, showcasing their ability to contain El Tri's attacking threats.

Last 5 Matches:

• Canada 3-0 Suriname (Concacaf Nations League) - Nov 19
• Suriname 0-1 Canada (Concacaf Nations League) - Nov 15
• Canada 2-1 Panama (Friendly) - Oct 15
• USA 1-2 Canada (Friendly) - Sep 7
• Canada 0-0 Mexico (Friendly) - Sep 10

Mexico's Recent Matches

Mexico has shown mixed results leading up to this semifinal. They dominated Honduras in the quarterfinals with a 4-0 victory but suffered losses against River Plate and Honduras in previous matches. However, their recent 2-0 win over the USA in a friendly will give them confidence heading into this encounter.

Last 5 Matches:

• Mexico 4-0 Honduras (Concacaf Nations League) - Nov 19
• Honduras 2-0 Mexico (Concacaf Nations League) - Nov 15
• Mexico 2-0 USA (Friendly) - Oct 15
• Mexico 2-2 Valencia (Friendly) - Oct 12
• Canada 0-0 Mexico (Friendly) - Sep 10

Match Details

• Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
• Time: 10:30 PM ET (7:30 PM PT)
• Tournament: Concacaf Nations League – Semifinals
• Stadium: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, USA