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August 15. 2012 11:02PM
Michael Orozco celebrates his goal during the second half of the United States’ 1-0 win over Mexico in a soccer friendly Wednesday at Azteca stadium in Mexico City. (REUTERS)
U.S. men's soccer team gets historic win over Mexico
Michael Orozco celebrates his goal during the second half of the United States’ 1-0 win over Mexico in a soccer friendly Wednesday at Azteca stadium in Mexico City. (REUTERS)
MEXICO CITY — Michael Orozco scored a late winner as the United States upset Mexico, 1-0, in a stirring soccer friendly on Wednesday to register their first win at their arch-rivals.
Orozco’s 80th-minute goal was complemented by a pair of fine saves by U.S. goalkeeper Tim Howard in the last 10 minutes to secure victory at Mexico City’s Azteca stadium.
Facing a dangerous attack led by Javier Hernandez, the U.S. surrendered possession for most of the match and appeared content to escape with a draw.
But the game turned when Brek Shea made a surprise run on the left wing and played a ball that was back-heeled by Terrance Boyd and knocked in goal by Orozco.
The Americans’ previous best result on Mexican soil was 0-0 in 1998.
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