Mexico are champions by beating the United States 3-1

In the final of the 2023 CONCACAF Under-17 Championship tournament, Mexico easily beat the United States 3-1. The goals of the match for the locals were scored by Stephano Carrillo (9′ 1T, penalty), Luis Navarrete (5′ 2T) and Isaac Martínez (46′ 2T, penalty). While the visitor’s goal was scored by Pedro Soma (23′ 2T).

The figure of the meeting was Cruz Medina. The United States midfielder stood out against Mexico, delivering 62 correct passes and kicking 5 goals.

Pedro Soma also played a key role in the Doroteo Guamuch Flores stadium. The USA midfielder stood out against Mexico scoring 1 goal, completing 52 correct passes and stealing 2 balls.

It was a game with many fouls and many interruptions. Duran Ferree was sent off after receiving his second yellow in the 88th minute of the second half.

Mexico coach Raúl Chabrand staged a 4-3-3 formation on the pitch with Norberto Bedolla in goal; José Suarez, Kevin García, Luis Navarrete and Javen Romero on the defensive line; Isaac Martínez, Gael Álvarez and José Urias in the middle; and Brandon Lomeli, Stephano Carrillo and Fidel Barajas in attack.

For their part, those led by Gonzalo Segares planted themselves with a 4-3-3 strategy with Duran Ferree under the three sticks; Oscar Verhoeven, Tyler Hall, Stuart Hawkins and Sawyer Jura defend; Taha Habroune, Pedro Soma and Cruz Medina in midfield; and Brain Carmona Romero, Keyrol Figueroa and David Vázquez ahead.

The appointed referee for the match was Filiberto Martínez Calix.

Mexico was superior and managed to win the championship on Sunday.

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