The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup kicks off on June 14 and runs through July 6. Matches will be held across 13 cities in the United States, with one venue in Canada located in Vancouver. The final will be played at NRG Stadium in Houston, marking the first time this stadium has hosted the tournament’s championship match.
Tournament Format and Schedule
This year’s tournament features 16 teams split into four groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarter-finals, which are scheduled for June 28 and 29. The semi-finals will be played on July 2, followed by the final on July 6.
Group A includes Mexico, Costa Rica, Suriname, and the Dominican Republic. Group B features Canada, Honduras, El Salvador, and Curaçao. Group C consists of Panama, Jamaica, Guatemala, and Guadeloupe. Group D includes the USMNT, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago, and guest nation Saudi Arabia.
Teams to Watch
The United States enters the tournament with a new head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, and a largely inexperienced squad. Many veterans are unavailable due to injuries, rest, or Club World Cup obligations. Fourteen players on the roster have four or fewer international appearances, and seven will be making their debut. Defender Chris Richards, currently playing for Crystal Palace, is expected to be a leader in the back line. The U.S. team is also facing goalkeeper depth issues following injuries to Zack Steffen and Patrick Schulte. Their first match is against Trinidad and Tobago on June 15 at PayPal Park in San Jose.
Mexico is considered one of the favorites to win the tournament. They will open their campaign on June 14 with a high-profile match at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Canada is aiming to build momentum ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which it will co-host. Saudi Arabia, appearing as a guest nation, adds intrigue to Group D and could shake up the standings.
Other teams that could make deep runs in the tournament include Panama, Costa Rica, Jamaica, and Honduras. Groups A and C are expected to provide some of the more unpredictable matchups, where underdog teams could emerge.
Why the Gold Cup Matters
The 2025 Gold Cup is the last major tournament before the 2026 World Cup. For the United States, Canada, and Mexico, it offers a valuable opportunity to test players and tactics in a competitive environment. For younger players, especially those in the U.S. squad, it is a chance to earn their place on the team ahead of the World Cup.
Key U.S. Group Stage Matches
• June 19 at 9:00 PM ET: United States vs. Saudi Arabia in Texas (FS1)
• June 22 at 6:00 PM ET: United States vs. Haiti in Texas (FOX)
What to Expect
The 2025 Gold Cup promises to be an exciting and competitive tournament. Fans should look forward to seeing rising stars, surprising results, and plenty of intensity as teams gear up for the road to the 2026 World Cup. The final in Houston on July 6 will bring this crucial tournament to a dramatic close.
Here is the complete fixture list for the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup, covering group stage through knockout rounds:
Gold Cup Tickets
Group Stage (June 14–24, 2025) All times ET
Group A (Mexico, Costa Rica, Suriname, Dominican Republic)
Wed, Jun 18, 6:00 pm – Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Wed, Jun 18, 9:00 pm – Suriname vs. Mexico – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Sun, Jun 22, 7:00 pm – Mexico vs. Costa Rica – Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Sun, Jun 22, 9:00 pm – Dominican Republic vs. Suriname – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Group B (Canada, Honduras, El Salvador, Curaçao) 
Tue, Jun 17, 5:15 pm – Curaçao vs. El Salvador – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Tue, Jun 17, 7:30 pm – Canada vs. Honduras – BC Place, Vancouver, Canada – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Sat, Jun 21, 6:00 pm – Curaçao vs. Canada – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Sat, Jun 21, 9:00 pm – Honduras vs. El Salvador – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Tue, Jun 24, 7:00 pm – Honduras vs. Curaçao – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Tue, Jun 24, 9:00 pm – Canada vs. El Salvador – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Group C (Panama, Jamaica, Guatemala, Guadeloupe) 
Fri, Jun 20, 4:45 pm – Jamaica vs. Guadeloupe – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Fri, Jun 20, 9:00 pm – Guatemala vs. Panama – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Tue, Jun 24, 6:00 pm – Panama vs. Jamaica – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Tue, Jun 24, 6:00 pm – Guadeloupe vs. Guatemala – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Group D (United States, Haiti, Trinidad & Tobago, Saudi Arabia)  
Thu, Jun 19, 5:45 pm – Trinidad & Tobago vs. Haiti – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Thu, Jun 19, 8:15 pm – Saudi Arabia vs. United States – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Sun, Jun 22, 4:00 pm – Saudi Arabia vs. Trinidad & Tobago – Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Sun, Jun 22, 6:00 pm – United States vs. Haiti – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
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Quarter-finals (June 28–29) 
• Sat, Jun 28 – QF matches at State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
• 4:15 pm — QF1
• 7:15 pm — QF2
• Sun, Jun 29 – QF matches at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
• 3:00 pm — QF3
• 6:00 pm — QF4
Semi-finals (July 2)   
• Wed, Jul 2
• 6:00 pm — Semi-final 1 at CITYPARK, St. Louis, MO – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
• 7:00 pm — Semi-final 2 at Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
Final (July 6)  
• Sun, Jul 6, 6:00 pm – Final at NRG Stadium, Houston, TX – Buy Gold Cup Tickets
