Mexico forward hopes to play against Argentina
Published:Friday | June 25, 2010 | 4:26 PM
Mexico forward Carlos Vela trained with a ball for the first time today since picking up a right leg injury more than a week ago, increasing his chances of playing against Argentina in the World Cup.
Vela participated in passing drills in small spaces alongside strikers Giovani Dos Santos and Guillermo Franco. Before Wednesday, the 21-year-old Vela was limited to jogging during training sessions.
Vela started Mexico's first two matches but had to be substituted against France on June 17. Coach Javier Aguirre has been optimistic about Vela's chances of being ready for the round of 16 match against Argentina on Sunday.
However, Mexico's football federation hasn't issued an official report on Vela, and the team doctor hasn't been available for interviews.