World Cup 1982 Qualifiers : Mexico defeats USA 5-1
MEXICO CITY, Nov. 9, 1980 (AMP) — Spain 82 (American Qualifiers) : Mexico defeated the United States by a big score of 5-1 (halftime: 4-0), in a qualifying game for the 1982 FIFA World Cup on Sunday.
The result put the Mexicans second in Group 1 with 3 points. USA is bottom with one point. In their next game, Mexico will meet group leaders Canada on November 16, while the United States will face Mexico.
Fixtures and Results : Group 1 - Norhtern Zone
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Overview
Mexico at the World Cup
- 8 appearances (first in 1930)
- 11 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
United States at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1930)
- 11 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Mexico
5:1
United States
5:1 (4:0)
- 9 November 1980
- Mexico City
Group 1 - Norhtern Zone
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Canada | 4 |
| Mexico | 3 |
| United States | 1 |
Matches
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