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Mexico 1, Venezuela 1: Live Updates and Match Stats

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Match Summary

On June 14, 2016, Mexico and Venezuela faced off in a thrilling Copa América Group B match that ended in a 1-1 draw. **

Live Commentary

The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating several scoring chances. Mexico opened the scoring in the 22nd minute through Hirving Lozano, who capitalized on a Venezuela defensive error. Venezuela fought back and equalized in the 54th minute through Salomon Rondon, who headed in a cross from Romulo Otero.

Both teams had opportunities to win the game in the second half, but neither side could find a winning goal. Mexico had a slight edge in terms of possession and shots on goal, but Venezuela created the more dangerous chances.

The draw leaves Mexico in second place in Group B, while Venezuela is in third place. Both teams still have a chance to advance to the knockout stages, but they will need to win their remaining matches.

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Match Stats

Team	Possession	Shots	Shots on Target
Mexico	52%	10	5
Venezuela	48%	13	6

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Key Players

• Hirving Lozano (Mexico): Scored the opening goal and was a constant threat to the Venezuela defense.
• Salomon Rondon (Venezuela): Equalized for Venezuela and was a handful for the Mexico defense all game.
• Romulo Otero (Venezuela): Provided the assist for Rondon's goal and was a creative force for Venezuela.