Mexico president praises team's performance against Brazil

Mexico City, June 18 (IANS/EFE) Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto praised his national team for the goalless draw against Brazil due to the brilliant performance of goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa in a World Cup Group A match Tuesday.

"What a great game. Well played. Mexico shows its greatness. Bravo Ochoa!" Nieto tweeted Wednesday.

Nieto had also written an enthusing post to encourage the team before the game.

"One heart, one team. Go out and win, Mexico," the president had tweeted.

--IANS/EFE

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