World Cup 1982 Qualifiers : Mexico loses to USA 2-1 but qualifies for next round
FORT LAUDERDALE, Nov. 23, 1980 (AMP) — Spain 82 (American Qualifiers) : The United States defeated Mexico by a score of 2-1 (halftime: 1-1), in a World Cup qualifying game on Sunday. Mexico advance to the next round of the ongoing FIFA World Cup. USA is eliminated.
Fixtures and Results : Group 1 - Norhtern Zone
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Overview
United States at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1930)
- 11 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Mexico at the World Cup
- 8 appearances (first in 1930)
- 11 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
United States
2:1
Mexico
2:1 (1:1)
- 23 November 1980
- Fort Lauderdale
Group 1 - Norhtern Zone
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Canada | 5 |
| Mexico | 4 |
| United States | 3 |
Matches
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