Edson Álvarez's tiebreaking goal gives Mexico 2-1 win over US for 10th Gold Cup title
- In Houston, Mexico's national team defeated the United States 2–1 to secure their record 10th CONCACAF Gold Cup title.
- Analysis shows Mexico controlled 60% possession and earned 12 corner kicks to none, reflecting dominance after the US's early surge.
- Following the final, Mexico's victory validates Aguirre’s rebuild ahead of the World Cup while exposing US defensive fragility, highlighting their tactical gaps.
- With 11 months until the 2026 World Cup, Mexico aims to deepen squad rotation, integrate rising stars like Santiago Giménez, and address set-piece vulnerabilities highlighted in their Gold Cup victory.
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United States falls in championship; Mexico wins 10th Gold Cup
(Houston, TX) — Mexico has claimed its record 10th Concacaf Gold Cup title with a 2-1 victory over the United States in Houston. Edson Alvarez scored the go-ahead goal in the 77th minute to give Mexico a lead that they would not relinquish. Raul Jimenez also found the back of the net for Mexico in the 27th minute. Mexico is now 6-2 against the U.S. in Gold Cup finals. Chris Richards scored the lone goal for the Americans in the fourth minute. It…
President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo congratulated the Tricolor for the championship he won last night after beating the United States.
Gold Cup final: Mexico come from behind to win 2-1 against US
A late goal from Edson Álvarez gave Mexico a 2–1 victory over the United States in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup final at NRG Stadium, capping off a fiercely contested clash and handing El Tri back-to-back Gold Cup titles. The Mexican captain rose to meet a cross in the 77th minute, his header confirmed by VAR after a brief check, breaking a 1–1 deadlock and ultimately sealing the win. The result marks Mexico’s first victory over the US men’s natio…
In the end of the Gold Cup on Sunday, Mexico, ahead of 71,000 spectators, dominated the United States (2-1).
Mexico has won the CONCACAF Gold Cup for the second time in a row. The team defeated hosts the USA 2-1 in Houston on Sunday evening in the continental tournament of North and Central America. This means that Mexico remains the clear record winner with ten titles. Long-time rivals the USA have seven titles. Both teams will host the World Cup finals next year along with Canada. Mexico had to overturn an early deficit in the final. Chris Richards g…
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