Mexico vs Russia, FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 highlights: MEX 2-1 RUS

Mexico and Russia are level 1-1 in their FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 Group A clash in Kazan today. Catch highlights of Mexico vs Russia here.

Mexico defeated Russia 2-1 in Kazan, to book their place in the 2017 FIFA Confederations semifinals, by virtue of finishing second in Group A. Russia needed to beat Mexico in today’s match to avoid their prospects hinging on a Portugal loss, while a point would have been enough for the Mexicans to advance. However, with Portugal cruising to a comfortable 4-0 win over New Zealand, Russia’s failure to win the game sealed their fate. Catch highlights of Mexico vs Russia here. (New Zealand vs Portugal HIGHLIGHTS)

Mexico need to avoid a loss against Russia in the Confederatons Cup Group A match against Russia to reach the semifinals. Catch highlights of Mexico vs Russia here. (AP)

Portugal will now take on the Group B runners-up in the semis, while Mexico will face the Group B winners.