Ohio bends it like Beckham as USA and Mexico face off in World Cup match

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The U.S. and Mexico have a storied soccer rivalry and that match up has a new chapter after last night’s World Cup qualifying game. Thousands of fans traveled from across the continent to get to Columbus, Ohio. That’s where Team USA squared off against Mexico in a tense game with a lot on the line. The Takeaway talks to Carlos Gonzales, a reporter for the local CBS affiliate in Columbus, who has been keeping an eye on the fans flooding his town this week for the big game.

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