In New Jersey, Mexico opened Rafa Márquez’s new spell in charge with a 1-1 draw against Peru, a measured first step rather than a defining night for El Tri.
The friendly at Illustrated Stadium on Tuesday brought Mexico face to face with Peru’s Bicolor as Márquez began his cycle on the bench. Neither side found the winning goal, leaving the contest level at full time.
Quick facts
- Mexico drew 1-1 with Peru.
- The match was played on Tuesday in New Jersey at Illustrated Stadium.
- It marked the beginning of Rafa Márquez’s cycle with El Tri.
- Márquez underlined his confidence in younger players after the match.
For Márquez, the result was accompanied by a clear message about the direction he wants Mexico to take. “I believe in the young players,” he said after the game.
The draw gives Mexico an early reference point under their new coach, with the emphasis now on how that faith in emerging talent develops through the next international fixtures.
