Mexico's team celebrates after winning the U-17 World Cup Mexico 2011 against Uruguay in Mexico City July 10, 2011. [Photo/Agencies]

MEXICO CITY - Mexico won the Under-17 World Cup final on Sunday, defeating Uruguay 2-0 with goals from Antonio Briseno in the 31st minute and Giovani Casillas in second-half stoppage time.

The victory thrilled a boisterous crowd at Atzec Stadium in Mexico, which is getting used to football success. Two weeks ago the Mexico senior team won the Gold Cup - the regional championship _ defeating the United States 4-2 in the final in California.

Mexico also won the Under-17 world title in 2005. Nigeria has won this championship four times, and Brazil has won three.

Briseno scored chipping in a short shot from a header into the area, beating keeper Jonathan Cubero. Casillas got his two minutes into stoppage time, scoring on a counterattack as Uruguay pressed for an equalizer.

Uruguay had its chances with Elbio Alvarez hitting the crossbar.

Germany defeated Brazil 4-3 in Sunday's playoff for third place.

Mexico's Antonio Briceno (C) holds the U-17 World Cup trophy while celebrating with his team mates after winning the final against Uruguay at the U-17 World Cup Mexico 2011 in Mexico City July 10, 2011. [Photo/Agencies]

Mexico's Antonio Briseno celebrates after scoring against Uruguay in their final match during the U-17 World Cup Mexico 2011 in Mexico City July 10, 2011. [Photo/Agencies]