USA took a valuable point against Mexico

The United States took a valuable point against Mexico with a goalless draw at the Estadio Azteca.

Mexico had the best opportunities to celebrate their first victory in the six-team group but their forwards were not accurate and Aston Villa keeper Brad Guzan was in inspired form for the Americans.

US forward Herculez Gomez, who plays in Mexico for Santos, told TV station Televisa: "Taking something positive in a big venue like the Azteca is very important for us.

"We came here with an intelligent strategy and focused in an extraordinary way. I have to congratulate my team."

The United States are third in the standings on four points, while Mexico are currently out of the qualifying spots with three draws in as many games.

Costa Rica claimed their first win with a 2-0 triumph over Jamaica.

The Ticos went ahead after Michael Umana finished a Joel Campbell free-kick in the 25th minute, while Diego Calvo came off the bench to evade several Jamaican defenders and beat the keeper with eight minutes to go.