World Cup 2022 highlights: Mexico defeats Saudi Arabia, 2-1 - FOX Sports

The 2022 FIFA World Cup continued Wednesday with Group C at the forefront, as Mexico defeated Saudi Arabia at Qatar's Lusail Stadium.

Saudi Arabia faced its 19th different opponent, Mexico, in its 19th World Cup game.

Mexico had a chance to strike first in the opening moments before Saudi Arabia goalkeeper Mohammed Khalil Al-Owais corralled forward Alexis Vega's shot attempt.

Saudi Arabia nearly struck first, but midfielder Mohamed Kanno's kick was a little high of the net.

It was a half of missed opportunities, the last one coming from Saudi Arabia midfielder Ali Al-Hassan.

Already riding high from their two quick goals to begin the second half, Mexico nearly had another when Lozano smacked in a score.

Already up 2-0, Mexico continues to put pressure on Saudi Arabia's net

Saudi Arabia got on the board late in the second half when forward Salem Al-Dawsari punched in a goal