After the group stage, who would you rank higher in the World Cup Power Rankings: The United States of America or Mexico?

S Sudarshanan previews the game between South Africa and Bangladesh

Much of Mexico is celebrating the World Cup with joyous outdoor gatherings large and small — but in parts of the country plagued by cartel violence, the tournament is experienced differently: with fear.

Mexico midfielder Gilberto Mora scanned for options and threaded a pass to Jorge Sanchez, who collided with the Czech goalkeeper before Julian Quinones poked home the loose ball for a 2-0 lead. It was the type of spark Mexico coach Javier Aguirre was looking for from an offense that had looked sluggish,