Mexico’s failure to advance from Group B of the Copa America after a 0-0 draw against Ecuador in the third round has left fans heartbroken.
According to tvazteca, a foreign media outlet, Mexico only secured 4 points after a scoreless draw with Ecuador in the final match, while Venezuela finished first with 9 points. Ecuador also earned 4 points but advanced over Mexico by virtue of a better goal difference. This outcome sharply contradicts the pre-tournament predictions.
Prior to the Copa America, Mexico was considered a strong contender for the title. Given the perceived weakness of the other teams in their group, Mexico was widely expected to finish second and advance to the quarterfinals. The media reports that as many as 20,000 Mexican fans had already purchased tickets for the quarterfinals, confidently expecting their team’s progress.
Their advancement would have put them up against Group A winner Argentina, a highly anticipated match that will now not take place. Currently, these fans are seeking to sell or transfer their tickets, adding to their disappointment and frustration.
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