Why USMNT’s 0-0 draw in Mexico was one of its best World Cup qualifiers ever

Going into Thursday’s clash at the Azteca, it seemed like there was a lot to worry about. Given that the U.S. men’s national team has, you know, never won an away World Cup qualifier against Mexico, there’s always something to worry about. But the anxiety was especially acute this time around.

Let’s break down the 0-0 draw in Mexico City — spoiler alert: It was A LOT better than you think it was — and an invaluable result for the United States as it heads into Sunday’s game vs. Panama.

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