VOICED : Mexico, confiado ante Nueva Zelanda

Mexico is facing one of its toughest World Cup qualifying campaigns. They will play New Zealand in a playoff at Estadio Azteca, having reached this stage with difficulty. During the Brazil 2014 qualifiers, three coaches were dismissed. Miguel 'El Piojo' Herrera took over on October 18, confident of victory despite limited preparation. He acknowledges New Zealand's strengths but believes Mexico can secure a home advantage. The team aims to balance offense and defense, needing to score while keeping a clean sheet. Failure to win would mean missing the World Cup for the first time in 24 years.

What is the significance of the match between Mexico and New Zealand?

• It is a local league match.

• It is a World Cup qualifying playoff.

• It is a friendly match.

• It is a charity match.

Who took over as the coach of the Mexican team on October 18?

• Juan Carlos Osorio

• Miguel 'El Piojo' Herrera

• Ricardo La Volpe

• Javier Aguirre

What challenge does Miguel Herrera acknowledge about the New Zealand team?

• Their experienced coach

• Their strong defense

• Their tall and dangerous players

• Their fast-paced game

What is the key focus for Mexico in the first leg of the playoff according to Herrera?

• To play defensively and avoid risks

• To experiment with new players

• To score goals and maintain a clean sheet

• To focus solely on attacking

What would be the consequence if Mexico fails to surpass New Zealand in the playoff?

• They will have to play another playoff.

• They will miss the World Cup for the first time in 24 years.

• They will be fined by FIFA.

• They will have to change their coach again.