WORLD CUP SOCCER.: Panama ready for clash with Mexico
MEXICO replaced Panama a the top of the qualifying group for the 2014 World Cup after defeating Jamaica 1-0 on Tuesday June 4
Panama will seek to reverse the ranking on Friday when they meet Mexico.
Meanwhile national soccer team continued training behind locked doors.
Gabriel Torres, who plays in Venezuela, said that the team is aware that the game will not be easy, but they still expect to win.
Meanwhile, defender Roman Torres said that one of the important aspects will be avoiding mistakes.
"We have to be focused and organized," said Torres who plays in Colombia.
Luis Henrí¬quez said that he expects the team to play well.
"Panama is growing and we need to prove it," he said.
Mexico leads the group with six points followed by Panama with five. Bars in Panama are gearing up for a record night.