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Brazil ousts shorthanded Mexico from W Gold Cup

Mexico without key starters in 5-0 defeat

Brazil scored five goals in the first half to advance to the semifinals of the W Gold Cup on Monday night, ousting a shorthanded Mexico team that was without several key starters.

Adriana Leal and Antonia both scored first-half goals for Brazil

Adriana Leal and Antonia both scored first-half goals for Brazil, which will now take on the United States in the semifinals on Thursday night.

Mexico was without several key starters, including goalkeeper Emily Alvarado and defender Kiana Palacios, who are both suspended.

Brazil took advantage of Mexico's shorthandedness, scoring five goals in the first half to take a commanding lead.

Leal opened the scoring in the 12th minute, and Antonia doubled the lead in the 25th minute.

Brazil added three more goals in the first half, with Debinha scoring in the 34th minute, Geyse Ferreira scoring in the 41st minute, and Bia Zaneratto scoring in the 45th minute.

Mexico was unable to mount a comeback in the second half, and Brazil cruised to a 5-0 victory.

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