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CONCACAF Gold Cup: Guatemala Downs Canada to Reach Semifinals After 29 Years
- Guatemala defeated Canada 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw on June 30, 2025, securing a Gold Cup semifinal spot in Minnesota.
- Guatemala’s historic win came as underdogs, capitalizing on Canada’s first-half red card to Jacob Shaffelburg for a reckless challenge.
- Guatemala’s goalkeeper saved two penalties, while key plays, including Rubio Rubin’s equalizer and José Morales’s winning kick, highlighted this tense match.
- The USA also reached the semifinals by eliminating Costa Rica in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw, led by goalie Matt Freese and coach Mauricio Pochettino.
- The July 2 semifinals will feature Guatemala facing the USA in St. Louis and Mexico playing Honduras in Santa Clara, with winners advancing to the July 6 final in Houston.
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Semifinal Return After 29 Years Sparks National Joy Across Guatemala Under the Guidance of Mexican Coach Luis Fernando Tena
Minneapolis transformed into an unofficial extension of Guatemala during the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals, where an overwhelming presence of Guatemalan fans filled US Bank Stadium and propelled their national team toward a win that will be remembered for generations. The atmosphere reflected something far deeper than support— it became the backdrop for a moment long awaited by an entire nation. Under the guidance of Mexican coach Luis Fe…
The National Team of Guatemala has attracted international attention not only because of its performance in the Gold Cup, but also because of the considerable increase in its market value according to the recognized specialized portal Transfermarkt. Before the start of the tournament, the national team had an estimated value of 7.20 million euros, being placed among the lowest-quota centers in the competition, just above El Salvador. However, it…
Alexi Lalas on USA’s PK win & what they’ll look like in the Semifinals
Alexi Lalas joins Colin Cowherd to react to the United States' thrilling win in penalty kicks and breaks down what the team will look like heading into the Gold Cup semifinals against Guatemala. Lalas shares his thoughts on the squad’s mentality, key performers, and what it will take for the U.S. to advance to the final.
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