ORIBE PERALTA SCORES WINNER FOR MEXICO

El Tri got their world cup campaign off to a good start with a 1-0 win over Cameroon. The goal was on a rebound shot by Oribe Peralta after Giovani dos Santos first attempt was blocked by Cameroon keeper Charles Itandje but Mexico should have had control of the game by then after two obvious goals were called off because of offsides. “We could have scored more, but unfortunately we’re not used to these conditions,” Mexico coach Miguel Herrera said. “Frankly, the refereeing took away two clear goals, but at the end of the day you’ve got to work for it, and we get to the next match with three points and very high spirits.”

Mexico joins host Brazil with 3 points in Group A.