[group F] Germany Vs Mexico Apr 2026

Mexico defeated Germany 1-0 in their opening Group F match at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on June 17, 2018. This result was one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history, as Germany entered the tournament as the defending champions. Match Highlights : Hirving Lozano scored in the 35th minute.

Mexico's strategy relied on high-intensity pressing and lightning-fast transitions. They exploited the space left by Germany's high defensive line, particularly the gaps behind Joshua Kimmich. German coach Joachim Löw later admitted his team was "negligent" in possession, which allowed Mexico to punish them on the counter. Aftermath and Reactions [Group F] Germany Vs Mexico

: Germany dominated possession but struggled to penetrate Mexico's organized defense. Mexico defeated Germany 1-0 in their opening Group