With the goals of Alexis Vega, Rogelio Funes Mori, Jesus Gallardo and Uriel Antunaas a penalty, the team led by Gerardo Martino He claimed the victory without extenuating circumstances.
Also, Mexico they will face their second friendly next Wednesday when they face Sweden in the same stadium.
The “Tata” Martino He arrived with his leaders in Spain, where he will prepare for the World Cup, under a blanket of criticism from Mexican fans for his poor performance since he took command of the “Tri” technical direction.
However, against a lower-ranking rival, he was able to play a good game and left the feeling of improvement ahead of what will be his first game against Poland in Group C of the Qatar World Cup 2022.
With a frantic start, Mexico took the lead three minutes into the first half with a goal from Vega, and although he continued to dominate the match, he could not convert as he lacked forcefulness in the last third to be able to widen the difference.
For its part, Iraq who bet on defending himself, could not resist in the second stage and received a new blow when Funes Mori converted in the first few minutes.
The domain of Mexico was absolute and did not take long to stretch the figures by means of Gallant and in the agony of the lawsuit with Antuna, who settled the story and sealed the win.
Those led by “Tata” Martino will have their last friendly next Wednesday, November 16 against Sweden. Then, they will see the faces with Poland on Tuesday 22 on the first date of Group C, in which they will face the Argentine national team on the second day on the 26th, from 4:00 p.m.
Source: Ambito
