Ricardo Ferretti ends Mexico reign with friendly victory over Panama

Updated: May 17, 2023, 01:11 am
After not appearing in Saturday's win against the United States, Carlos Vela scored the lone goal in Mexico's victory.
After not appearing in Saturday's win against the United States, Carlos Vela scored the lone goal in Mexico's victory.
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Mexico sent interim manager Ricardo "Tuca" Ferretti out on a high after defeating Panama 1-0 at the Estadio Nemesio Diez on Tuesday.

Juan Carlos Osorio will now take over the El Tri coaching duties after Ferretti's undefeated run of four matches in charge, including the all-important CONCACAF Cup title.

Real Sociedad forward Carlos Vela netted the only goal of the game on the stroke of halftime, before going close to doubling the host's lead with a left-footed shot in the 55th minute.

In a patchy match, Mexico keeper Alfredo Talavera pulled off a string of impressive saves to keep Panama scoreless.