| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| World Baseball Classic | A big baseball tournament where teams from different countries compete. |
| Rivalry | A competition between two teams or people who want to win against each other. |
| Quarterfinals | A stage in a tournament where eight teams compete to move to the next round. |
Mexico and the USA are playing an exciting baseball game in the World Baseball Classic. Both teams have won their first two games, and now they face each other to see who will go to the quarterfinals. Mexico recently beat Brazil with a big score of 16-0, and they are doing very well.
Mexico has been strong against the USA in past games, winning three times in a row. The manager of Mexico, Benji Gil, thinks the USA is a very strong team because it has many star players. Some of Mexico’s best players, like Alejandro Kirk and Randy Arozarena, are helping the team a lot.
The game will be in Houston, and Mexico’s fans are known for being very loud and cheerful. People say it will feel like a big championship game! This match is important because the winner might get a spot in the quarterfinals, which is the next step towards winning the tournament.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Baseball | Béisbol |
| Classic | Clásico |
| Team | Equipo |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think sports rivalries are exciting for fans?
- What do you think makes a team become successful in a tournament?
- How do fans help their teams during important games?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- Describe what makes the World Baseball Classic special.
- Why do you think Mexico has been successful against the USA in baseball?
