what happens if mexico ties

If Mexico ties in a knockout World Cup match, the game does not end as a draw. It goes to 30 minutes of extra time, and if it is still level after that, it is decided by a penalty shootout.

In the current World Cup context, that means Mexico would either advance after extra time or penalties, or be eliminated if they lose the shootout.

Quick Scoop

• A tie in regulation is only temporary.

• Extra time is split into two 15-minute halves.

• There is no golden goal rule.

• If it stays tied, penalties decide it.

Plain version

Think of it like this: a draw just buys Mexico more time, not a final result. One more goal can settle it during extra time, and if nobody scores, the shootout does.

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