The Honduran national team is preparing to deliver a reality check to Mexico’s team in the first leg of the Quarterfinals in the CONCACAF Nations League. Mexico faces a new challenge as they take on Honduras in San Pedro Sula.
For this important match, coach Javier Aguirre has made changes to his roster, surprising many with selections different from those in the recent friendlies against Canada and the United States. Notably, Jesús Gallardo and Julián Quiñones are set to make their return.
Cruz Azul is the team contributing the most players to Aguirre’s squad, with six members called up for the match at Estadio Francisco Morazán. Key players from the club include Ángel Sepúlveda and Alexis Gutiérrez, along with regulars like Luis Romo, Charly Rodríguez, Erick Lira, and Jorge Sánchez.
As the game approaches, a hostile atmosphere is expected in Honduras, with a full stadium gearing up to support the home team.
The match details are as follows:
– Date: Friday, November 15
– Venue: Estadio Francisco Morazán, San Pedro Sula
– Time: 8:00 AM Central Mexico Time; 9:00 AM Eastern Time; 8:00 AM Central; 6:00 AM Pacific Time
Fans can watch the match in Mexico on Canal 5, TUDN, and ViX, while those in the United States can tune in through Univision, TUDN, tudn.com, the TUDN app, and ViX.
In their previous encounter within the CONCACAF Nations League, Mexico and Honduras faced off in an intense Quarterfinal at Estadio Azteca. In that match, Luis Chávez scored a stunning goal, and Edson Álvarez sent the game into penalties, where Mexico ultimately triumphed, securing their spot in the Copa América.
This matchup promises to be thrilling, with both teams eager to showcase their skills on a significant stage. Fans are looking forward to an exciting game that can set the tone for the remainder of the tournament.
Despite the challenging atmosphere, Mexico’s players have the potential to respond positively and rise to the occasion. This could be a pivotal moment for the team as they aim to assert their strength in the competition.