The Netherlands edged out Mexico 2-1 and advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2014 World Cup. Mexico was up 1-0 thanks to a fantastic goal from Giovani dos Santos shortly after the start of the second half but Wesley Sneijder tied the game in the 88th minute. In the second minute of extra time, Arjen Robben was taken down inside the box by Mexico captain Rafa Marquez. A penalty shot was awarded and Schalke 04 striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar put the Dutch up for good.

Mexico's defeat was heartbreaking and El Tri were eliminated in the Round of 16 for the sixth consecutive World Cup. While Mexico was eliminated from the World Cup, the Dutch await the winner of Costa Rica vs. Greece. In the World Cup group stage, Mexico beat Cameroon 1-0 and Croatia 3-1 and tied host country Brazil to advance to the second round. Brazil also beat Cameroon and Croatia and were tied with Mexico for total number of points but was the winner of Group A due to goal differential.

Mexico Fan
A fan of Mexico reacts to the loss in Brazil. Reuters
Mexico Fan
A fan of Mexico reacts to the loss in Brazil. Reuters
Mexico Coach Miguel Herrera
Mexico Coach Miguel Herrera reacts to the loss against the Netherlands. Reuters
Javier Hernandez
Javier Hernandez, Chicharito, reacts to Mexico's World Cup exit. Reuters
Mexico Fans
Fans of Mexico react to the World Cup loss at a viewing in downtown Mexico City. Reuters
Mexico Fans
Fans of Mexico react to the World Cup loss at a viewing in downtown Mexico City. Reuters
Mexico Fan In Brazil
A fan of Mexico watches from Castelao arena. Reuters
Mexico Fans
Fans of Mexico react to the World Cup loss at a viewing in downtown Mexico City. Reuters
World Cup Public Viewing Event In Mexico
A public viewing of the match between Mexico and the Netherlands at Zocalo square in Mexico City. Reuters