Watch fuming Mexico stars confront celebrating Canada players in huge coming together as tempers boil after shock defeat

MEXICO and Canada players clashed at the end of their crucial World Cup qualifier in Edmonton last night.

The Canadians are having an incredible 2021, having scored more goals than any other nation – with their tally of 53 just beating England’s 51.

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And their dream 12 month was given the perfect finish, as they beat Concacaf heavyweights Mexico to top the eight-team North American group for World Cup qualifying.

Red hot Besiktas striker Cyle Larin gave them a 2-0 lead in front of a raucous crowd, before Hector Herrera grabbed a late effort for the visitors.

Mexico’s frustration grew as Canada kept the ball in the corner during the closing stages, with Nestor Araujo barging Lucas Cavallini over in frustration.

The referee booked Araujo before blowing the final whistle, sparking jubilant scenes.

But things turned ugly as some Mexican stars, including Porto winger Jesus Corona, took issue with Canada’s celebrations.

Right-back Jorge Sanchez had to be separated from Canada’s victorious players, while red flares went off in the crowd.

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Both benches got involved as a melee ensued.

Johan Vasquez had to be calmed down, before Sanchez and Roberto Alvarado tried to get involved.

Veteran Canadian goalkeeper Milan Borjan was at pains to calm his players down, desperately motioning for them to get away from their Mexico counterparts and avoid any potential trouble.

Canadian duo Stephen Eustaquio and Tajon Buchanan then focused their adrenaline on whipping up the crowd even more, with the 44,000 fans in attendance reaching fever pitch in the freezing, snowy conditions.

Canada now have a great chance of qualifying for next year’s World Cup in Qatar after their excellent form.

They lead the US by a point at the top of the group, with Mexico and Panama a further point back.

Two Concacaf teams will qualify automatically, while a third will go into a play-off.

Canada last qualified for a World Cup in 1986 – to date their only appearance at the finals.

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