NATAL, Brazil --- The Mexican National Team is through one match of its friendly tournament in Brazil with alum and current Anteater coach, Janelly Farías, helping them out.
The former 'Eater midfielder went with squad on its trip to Natal, Brazil to take part in the International Tournament of Natal, the seventh edition of this prestigious tournament, and first time it has been in Natal.
Along with the Mexican squad are national teams from Canada, Trinidad and Tobago, and the host Brazilians.
Farías, wearing No. 4, got the start on the backline for El Trí in their matches against Canada and Brazil.
After defeats to Canada and Brazil, Mexico scored a 3-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday to set up the third-place match on Sunday, Dec. 20 at 11:00 a.m.
Mexican National Team Tournament Central
Tournament Schedule
Mexico 0-3 Canada
Wednesday, December 9
Mexico 0-6 Brazil
Sunday, December 13
Mexico 3-0 Trinidad and Tobago
Wednesday, December 16 – 1:15 PM
Third-place match
Mexico vs. Trinidad and Tobago
Sunday, December 20 – 11:00 AM
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