Toothless assault had been a priority for Mexico forward of the World Cup and they’re but to attain in Qatar, with the workforce rooted to the underside of their group with one level after a 0-0 draw with Poland and a 2-0 defeat by Argentina.

Mexico reached the final 16 in every of the earlier seven World Cups, however they danger getting knocked out of the group stage ought to they fail to beat Saudi Arabia. Asked if he was frightened in regards to the workforce’s poor type in entrance of purpose, Martino informed reporters on Tuesday: “Right now, that is severe as a result of we have to rating within the recreation tomorrow.

“What occurred over the last 12 months was as a consequence of completely different causes as we had our attacking gamers going through bodily points. Some of them are in good situation on the World Cup, however this isn’t nearly attackers. We all share our duties.

“It is up to the whole team not just certain positions.”

Pessimism surrounded Mexico as they ready for the World Cup after inconsistency in qualifying and warm-up matches, whereas followers have additionally been essential of their Argentinian coach, who’s underneath immense strain to show round their fortunes.

Midfielder Andres Guardado mentioned the gamers imagine they’ve an opportunity of qualifying to the knockouts.

“When you get a blow, you need to digest it and turn the page quickly,” Guardado mentioned.

“We have a big chance to forget the defeat against Argentina with a big game against Saudi Arabia. We believe in our chances and nobody is saying it is impossible.”

Saudi Arabia pulled off a significant upset once they defeated Lionel Messi’s Argentina 2-1 within the opening recreation, however Martino mentioned he’s not afraid of the Arab aspect.

“We respect our opponents and are not unaware of what they did against Argentina and in the first half against Poland. I don’t have a fear, when we compete we don’t feel fear,” he mentioned.