Doha – Poland held to a goalless draw against Mexico in a match where superstar Roberto Lewandowski was the villain after missing a penalty. Lewandowski missed the penalty awarded to Poland in the 58th minute of the match. Lewandowski’s shot was saved by Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa.
On the other hand, Mexico, who played attacking throughout the match, was humbled by the fact that Poland’s defense could not be broken. Some excellent saves from goalkeeper Szaszny also led to Mexico’s attack. With this, both teams got one point each in Group C. Saudi Arabia top the group after they upset Argentina in the first match of the group. Argentina, on the other hand, is in last place.
In the 56th minute, Lewandowski was brought down by Hector Moreno inside the Poland box, and the referee allowed a penalty with the help of ‘Warri’. Moreno was also given a yellow card. However, Lewandowski’s shot towards the right-hand corner of the post was saved by Guillermo Ochoa with a full-length dive by the Mexican goalkeeper.
This is the first time since 1978 that Mexico and Poland will meet at the World Cup. In a first half that saw Mexico dominate, they were unlucky not to score. Mexico, which attacked the Polish goal several times with breakthrough moves, was hit by the breakthrough saves of Poland goalkeeper Wojciech Szaszny. Poland’s attacks on the other hand ended with some moves by superstar Roberto Lewandowski.
English Summary: Mexico vs Poland FIFA World Cup 2022 Match, Live