Date & Venues

• Wednesday, July 2, 2025

  • USA vs Guatemala – 7 p.m. ET at Energizer Park, St. Louis

  • Mexico vs Honduras – 10 p.m. ET at Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara

USA vs Guatemala

• Route to semis: The USA edged past Costa Rica in a dramatic 2–2 draw and a 4–3 penalty shootout win, powered by goalkeeper Matt Freese’s three saves and Damion Downs’ clincher

• Guatemala’s run: The surprise package from Group C shocked Canada 6–5 on penalties after a 1–1 draw—a first Gold Cup semi berth since 1996

• Outlook: Though heavy favorites, US midfielder Tyler Adams cautioned against underestimating Guatemala, noting the Chapines’ spirit and their former US youth player, Rubio Rubin, now a key adversary

Mexico vs Honduras

• Mexico’s dominance: Reigning champions and nine-time Gold Cup winners Mexico advanced after a 2–0 quarterfinal win over Saudi Arabia. Their strong defense has conceded just twice, with three clean sheets

• Honduras’ comeback: Honduras secured their semifinal spot via a 5–4 shootout win over Panama following a 1–1 draw—Anthony Lozano’s late goal pushed the match to penalties

What’s at Stake

• Titelkampf: The two winners will face off in the Gold Cup Final on Sunday, July 6, at NRG Stadium in Houston

• Drama alert: Both semifinals promise high-stakes tension—shootouts defined the quarterfinals, and momentum swings could decide who advances.

Key Storylines

• Guatemala’s underdog surge—their team of outsiders is defying expectations.

• Natural rivalries—Mexico enters as clear favorite; Honduras will test their mettle.

• Special subplot: Tyler Adams faces his former youth teammate Rubin in what’s sure to be an emotional clash

The semifinals kick off tonight—brace for intense drama, standout performances, and possibly another shootout showdown as these teams fight for a shot at Gold Cup glory.