After losing to Brazil in a penalty shootout, Mexico's Olympic football team, known as 'El Tri,' is gearing up to compete against Japan for the bronze medal in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. The match is scheduled for Friday, August 6, and represents an opportunity for the team to redeem itself after falling short in the semifinals. Despite their strong performance throughout the tournament, they were unable to replicate their success from the London 2012 Olympics, where they secured a gold medal.

The Mexican team, managed by Jaime Lozano, will be looking for revenge against Japan, having faced them previously in the group stage where they lost 2-1. This upcoming match not only serves as a chance to improve their standings in the Olympics but is also significant for the players and fans who want to avoid a fourth-place finish, which has become a troubling pattern for the squad in recent years. This context elevates the stakes of the match, as pride and national representation are on the line.

Fans eager to watch the game can tune in on various channels including Canal 5, Azteca 7, TUDN, and online via aztecadeportes.com. Set for 04:00 AM Central Time Mexico, this showdown against the host nation Japan is more than just a game; it is a pivotal moment for the Mexican footballers to showcase their resilience and capability to compete on the international stage once more.