BORDER, SOUTH AFRICA – Mexico are still said to be’ livid’ over FIFA’s decision to deported them from the World Cup due to shocking revalations all 23 members were playing withought proper documentation. The illegal status of the team left FIFA officials with no choice but the eject them from the tournament, allowing Argentina to progress unhindered to the Quarter final stage. Mexico Coach Javier Aguirre was enraged at the decision that ended his teams involvement competition, and says his team will find a way back into knock out stages even if it means sneaking into the country over the border with Zimbabwe . “Of course I am angry. I am an angry Mexican. We just come here to play…yes, we have no papers but that hasn’t stopped me from living in America for the past 10 years”. The discovery was made as a result of new FIFA initiatives giving match officials the power to stop any team to check for correct documentation. “I just thought I would start with Mexico, randomly” describes referee Martin Hansson. “I asked this guy for this papers, randomly. He just stared at me and then ran. I knew something was wrong”.
Our sports correspondent is at the South African border with more.
[Chief Correspondent] Jason, describe the scene at the border.
[Sports Correspondent] The Mexican team are still trying their hardest to get across two days after their deportation from the World Cup into neighbouring Zimbabwe.
[Chief Correspondent] So they’re definitely out of the tournament?
[Sports Correspondent] They’re out of the country Chief.
[Chief Correspondent] What were the Mexicans thinking? No one had papers on them?
[Sports Correspondent] Not one player. The entire team were at this tournament illegally which did not go down well with FIFA.
[Chief Correspondent] What about other teams?
[Sports Correspondent] Right now the random checks have only extended to Mexico.
[Chief Correspondent] What do you make of accusations of foul play on this decision.
[Sports Correspondent] I don’t get you.
[Chief Correspondent] Well…the chances of the Mexicans being the only team to be subjected to a ‘random’ spot check?
[Sports Correspondent] Hmmm, I’m not following.
[Chief Correspondent] You know? Racial profiling.
[Sports Correspondent] Woah, woah. Where did that come from? This was a completely random spot check, no malice here. They should have carried papers at all times.
[Chief Correspondent] Right. Well it’s a shame as they’ve played so well and been an integral part of this tournament up until now.
[Sports Correspondent] Absolutely. Many people aren’t aware just how important Mexico have been to this tournament.
[Chief Correspondent] Yes, a look at the stats show they’ve brought great skill and technique to this World Cup…
[Sports Correspondent] Uh-huh, they’ve also helped water pitches after games and many other odd jobs…all at very competitive labour rates.
[Chief Correspondent] I hadn’t realised they were so integral?
[Sports Correspondent] It’s no exaggeration to say this tournament would not have been possible without the efforts of the Mexican team.
[Sports Correspondent] I’m not so sure, but the decision has been made. The team aren’t taking it lying down however, that’s for sure.
[Chief Correspondent] What’s the mood amongst the players like now?
[Sports Correspondent] From this side of the border, they look determined. Coach Aguirre has been organising the team in thier efforts to get across the border.
[Chief Correspondent] Has FIFA responded in anyway to this?
[Sports Correspondent] An official spokesman reiterated the FIFA ruling that states “any team without required documentation will be ejected from the tournament with extreme prejudice.”
[Chief Correspondent] How far will FIFA go to enforce this?
[Sports Correspondent] Well, they’ve already built a fence along the border, but I don’t think that will be enough…the armed police and patrolling drones may do it though.
[Sports Correspondent] Once you’re out you’re out Chief. Tournament rules are very clear on that.
[Chief Correspondent] Well it sounds like this is a debate that is likely to rage on for some time, until the end of the tournament at least.
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