Chile found a decisive contribution from Rosario Central midfielder Vicente Pizarro as La Roja defeated Mexico, a result that leaves the Mexican side with difficult questions after a bruising night.
Pizarro delivers for Chile
Pizarro was on the scoresheet for Chile in the win over Mexico, giving the Rosario Central player a prominent role in an important result for the national team. Chile’s victory brought an emphatic end to Mexico’s hopes in the match and sharpened the scrutiny around their performance.
Colombia taking shape under Lorenzo
Elsewhere on the continent’s international scene, Néstor Lorenzo continues to mould Colombia, with the Cafeteros developing their direction under the Argentine coach.
The United States also produced a sustained attacking spell, scoring four goals in succession as their own international programme gathered momentum.
