Just as soon as the United States took a 2-0 lead, that lead has been slashed back to one goal. Mexico are back within a manageable margin with a goal of their own, and the score is now 2-1 in favor of the USMNT. There have already been three goals in under 30 minutes, as this has been an absolute cracker of a match so far. This goal was scored by Pablo Barrera, Mexico's right winger, and the USA have only themselves to blame.
Gold Cup Final 2011 Score, USA Vs. Mexico: Pablo Barrera Goal Cuts USMNT Lead
Jonathan Bornstein entered the game early as a substitute thanks to an injury to Steve Cherundolo, and he's had a rude awakening in this one. Bornstein seemed to have corrected his old error-prone ways, but coming in as a defensive substitute is never easy, and Bornstein got downright abused. As Barrera ran onto a through ball, Bornstein was caught completely out of position as Barrera ran by him onto the ball, then slotted the ball into the back of the net.
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