50px Two half-time substitutions by Ricardo La Volpe helped Mexico to a 3-1 win over Iran in Nuremburg, Germany , Sunday. The first half of this Group D tie ended 1-1 and it appeared to be a close contest between two hard-working teams. Then the Mexican coach Ricardo La Volpe, who was observed smoking a cigarette during the game, made two substitutions at half time. This seemed to change the game. Frankenstadion, Nuremburg, Germany Shifting from three to two forwards, in the second half the central Americans won the ball more often in midfield; they then piled pressure on the Iranian goal with an effective short passing game. Iran failed to adequately adapt to this tactical change. With 15 minutes remaining an Iranian defensive error led to the game-winning goal . And a great flowing move four minutes later made the result look convincing for Mexico.
50px Two half-time substitutions by Ricardo La Volpe helped Mexico to a 3-1 win over Iran in Nuremburg, Germany on Sunday. The first half of this Group D tie ended 1-1 and it appeared to be a close contest between two hard-working teams. Then the Mexican coach Ricardo La Volpe, who was observed smoking a cigarette during the game, made two substitutions at half time. This seemed to change the game. Frankenstadion, Nuremburg, Germany Shifting from three to two forwards, in the second half the Central Americans won the ball more often in midfield; they then piled pressure on the Iranian goal with an effective short passing game. Iran failed to adequately adapt to this tactical change. With 15 minutes remaining an Iranian defensive error led to the game-winning goal , and a great flowing move four minutes later made the result look convincing for Mexico.
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