Mexico is sent home

After a draw at zero during the first half, Neymar scored the goal at minute 51, giving the advantage to Brazil.

(Neymar – Photo: Frank Augstein/AP)

Despite Mexico's best efforts –  and goalkeeper Ochoa's skills – Mexico was unable to score during the second half and its fate was sealed after the second Brazil goal came at minute 89.
 

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Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto, shared this tweet after Mexico's defeat:

"Well played, [Mexico's National Football Team]. We acknowledge your passion and performance in the 2018 World Cup Russia. Thank you for giving it your all out there. Mexico is always with you."
 

¡Bien jugado, @miseleccionmx! Reconocemos su entrega y desempeño en la Copa del Mundo #Rusia2018. Gracias por dejar todo en la cancha. @Mexico unido siempre con ustedes.

— Enrique Peña Nieto (@EPN) 2 de julio de 2018

For their part, Mexico's Football Team thanked all the fans:

To all of you Incondicionales, thank you for being with us in every step of the way, for making us feel like home thousands of miles away from México. #NadaNosDetiene from picking ourselves up and walking with our heads up high.

Thank you for never ceasing to believe! pic.twitter.com/CYyUpYzHtd

— Mexican National Team (@miseleccionmxEN) July 2, 2018

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