Mexico win with Bravo double

Omar Bravo hit two goals to give Mexico a 3-1 win over Iran in their World Cup Group D opener at the Frankenstadion on Sunday. Iran were the livelier team at the start and came close to scoring in......

FIFA credit Crespo for Argentina goal v Mexico

Argentina striker Hernan Crespo was credited by FIFA's Technical Study Group (TSG) as the scorer of their first goal against Mexico on Saturday even though he appeared not to have made contact with......

Rodriguez fires Argentina into last eight

A brilliant goal byMaxi Rodriguez gave Argentina a 2-1 extra-time win over Mexico in the World Cup second round on Saturday. Rodriguez struck eight minutes into extra-time, controlling a......

Ballack gives Germany third place

Captain Michael Ballack scored with a blistering free-kick in extra time to lead 10-man Germany to a 4-3 win over Mexico and claim third place in the Confederations Cup on Wednesday. Ballack's shot......

Messi gem guides Argentina to final

Lionel Messi scored a breathtaking goal, arguably the best of the tournament, as Argentina beat Mexico 3-0 in the Copa America semi-final on Wednesday. Collecting a pass from Carlos Tevez, Messi......