Published: Jun 13, 2014, 07:46 PM (IST)
Edited: Jun 13, 2014, 08:12 PM (IST)
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With hosts Brazil making an emphatic start to FIFA World Cup 2014 on match-day one against Croatia, the pressure in on for the other teams in the battle for the second spot. In the second match at Arena das Dunas in Natal, Mexico will face Cameroon. With quality players on both sides, the battle is expected to be intense. Mexico have been a regular at FIFA World Cups and have always been an attack-minded side with their fast running players up front are expected to make opponents sweat. Cameroon, on the other hand enjoy a chequered history as far as African nations are concerned. Led by the veteran striker Samuel Eto’o, ‘The Indomitable lions’ biggest strength is its athleticism and power in all areas of the pitch.
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Mexico enjoyed an excellent campaign in 2010, where they beat France in the group stages to advance to the round of 16. Manchester United’s Javier Hernandez is a household name and should be licking his lips to get his scoring boots on in Brazil. Apart from Hernandez, the Mexicans also have attacking midfielder Giovanni dos Santos and midfielder Hector Herrera. Ex-Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez will captain the team. Cameroon have experience on their side with Alex Song, Benoit Assou-Ekotto and Jean Makoun.
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