Mexico cruised past Czechia 3-0, eliminating the European side from the World Cup in a match defined by the brilliance of 17-year-old Gilberto Mora.
Mora, the youngest World Cup starter since 2002, controlled the game with his touch and vision.
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His pass to Luis Romo in the 51st minute carved open the Czech defense, though the chance went unfinished.
Mexico broke the deadlock in the 55th minute when left-back Mateo Chávez surged through and finished calmly.
Six minutes later, Jorge Sánchez's run led to Julián Quiñones scoring his second tournament goal after a deflection.
Substitute Álvaro Fidalgo added a third in injury time, sealing a comprehensive victory.
Mora's Impact and Ochoa's Milestone
Mora, who received a standing ovation when substituted in the 72nd minute, showed flashes of brilliance reminiscent of Lionel Messi.
His popularity among fans was evident as anticipation built every time he touched the ball.
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Minutes later, goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa entered to applause, appearing in his sixth World Cup at age 40, becoming the sixth oldest player in tournament history.
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre made five changes, with César Montes returning from suspension and Guillermo Martínez replacing Raúl Jiménez.
Despite the rotation, Mexico dominated throughout.
Czechia coach Miroslav Koubek left out Patrik Schick and Tomáš Souček, and his side offered little threat.
They became the 14th consecutive team to fail to score against Mexico in the first half of a World Cup match.
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Mexico now advances with three straight wins and no goals conceded, while Czechia exit the tournament without leaving a mark.
