I like to think he missed to keep the “Dos a Cero” streak alive. It’s always possible he just plain botched it though.
If Mexico makes it to Brazil it might be because of that missed kick, they would have been down on goal differential to Panama, but as it stands they are equal, with Panama having the edge due to more goals scored.
The Mexico-Panama game will be HUGE! Frankly, I’d love to see Panama qualify, especially at the expense of Mexico.