The Sportspedia
Mexico responded to the level that could be expected “on paper” and defeated the Dominican Republic 4-1 in the CONCACAF Pre-Olympic Tournament for under 23 soccer teams.
The Dominican team, with its Mexican coach, Jacques Passy, showed naivety at times. For example, many times they wasted time even though they were never ahead on the scoreboard.
At 21 ‘Alvarado took advantage of this ingenuity to enter the area without a mark, receive a pass and score the first.
Later América player Sebastián Córdova was dispatched with three goals for the 4-1. Jalisco has been good for him after scoring in El Clásico a few days ago. The discount was a late penalty.
Jaime Lozano’s team now goes against Costa Rica and the United States. Two teams per group advance to the semifinal.
