Mexico vs Chile in 2016 Copa America Quarterfinals – Feels Like 'El Tri' Playing at Home? Match History, TV Channel Info, Live Streaming and Preview
Mexico is eyeing reigning Copa America champs, Chile, at the 2016 Copa America quarterfinals on Saturday, June 18 taking place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The match takes place on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 and kick-off time is 10 p.m. ET or (7 p.m. PT).
Both teams are likely favorites to win the Copa America tournament but only one will advance to face James Rodriguez and his Colombia in the Cup's semifinals.taking place in Chicago's Soldier Field on June 22.
Mexico vs. Panama - The Statistics So Far
Mexico has had a better record so far in the cup winning 2 games and drawing 1. Chile on the other hand has won 2 but lost its opener against Argentina. In terms of goals count Chile has scored one more than Mexico after 3 games. Chile has scored 7 while Mexico 6.
With the sheer amount of Mexican immigrants and descendants living in the U.S., Mexico should feel as if it was playing at home for this one. However don't count out reigning champs, Chile, who have a squad capable enough to beat any team participating in the cup, including Mexico.
Players to Watch
Some of the players to watch for the Mexican team are Rafael Marquez, Chicharito Hernandez, Hector Moreno and Andres Guardado. Chile on the other hand has its squad's top players in Arturo Vidal, Alexis Sanchez, Claudio Bravo and Marcelo Diaz.
Mex - Chi Match History
The last match both teams faced each other was just before the beginning of this tournament in an international friendly. On June 1, 2016 at San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium "El Tri" beat Chile 1 to 0. Prior to this game, both teams met last year on June 15, 2015 and the results were a 3 to 3 draw. Mexico and Chile also tied in a game on September 6, 2014. In total, out of the 30 times both teams have faced each other Mexico won 16 times, Chile 9 times and both teams tied 5 times.
TV Broadcast and Live Online Streaming
This match will be made available in US TV via FX HD and Fox Soccer2Go for the live streaming. The live online streaming will also be available via UNIMAS.