2025 Concacaf Gold Cup Quarterfinals: Matchups, Stars & Key Details
With the group stage wrapped, eight teams move one step closer to Gold Cup glory; here’s what to expect in the quarterfinals
The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup group stage delivered surprises, standout performances, and plenty of drama. Now, the field has been trimmed to eight nations, each with its sights set on the July 6 final at Houston’s NRG Stadium. From regional heavyweights to surprise challengers, the quarterfinals are loaded with intrigue.
Here’s a breakdown of the matchups and what to watch for as the knockout rounds begin:
Panama vs. Honduras
Saturday, June 28 | 7:15 pm ET
State Farm Stadium | Glendale, Arizona
Panama looked like one of the tournament’s most complete teams in the group stage. They swept Group C with a perfect nine points, including dominant wins over Jamaica and Guadeloupe. Star forward Ismael Díaz leads the Golden Boot race with five goals, including a hat trick in the finale.
Honduras, on the other hand, had a rollercoaster ride. A 6-0 thrashing by Canada raised doubts, but they rebounded strongly with gritty wins over El Salvador and Curaçao. If their defense can hold, they might just spring an upset.
Mexico vs. Saudi Arabia
Saturday, June 28 | 10:15 pm ET
State Farm Stadium | Glendale, Arizona
Mexico is no stranger to knockout-stage pressure. After edging the Dominican Republic in a wild 3-2 game, they regrouped to beat Suriname and hold Costa Rica to a draw. Though not flawless, El Tri topped Group A and remain contenders.
Saudi Arabia are this year’s Cinderella story. Making their Gold Cup debut, they became the sixth invited nation to reach the quarterfinals, surviving a tough Group D with four points. They’ll need to dig deep to challenge Mexico, but they’ve already exceeded expectations.
Canada vs. Guatemala
Sunday, June 29 | 4:00 pm ET
U.S. Bank Stadium | Minneapolis, Minnesota
Canada opened the tournament like a freight train, crushing Honduras 6-0 behind a free-flowing attack. Despite a slight stumble in a 1-1 draw with Curaçao, they cruised through the group stage and remain one of the tournament favorites.
Guatemala may be the dark horse of this round. They stunned Jamaica 1-0 and sealed their spot with a 3-2 thriller over Guadeloupe. As Group C runners-up, they’ll face their toughest test yet, but confidence is high for Los Chapines.
United States vs. Costa Rica
Sunday, June 29 | 7:00 pm ET
U.S. Bank Stadium | Minneapolis, Minnesota
The USMNT looked sharp in group play, one of only two teams to win all three matches. Their 5-0 win over Trinidad & Tobago set the tone, and victories over Saudi Arabia and Haiti followed. Young guns Malik Tillman and Patrick Agyemang have combined for five goals and are thriving under the spotlight.
Costa Rica, meanwhile, quietly advanced from Group A with wins over Suriname and the Dominican Republic, then held Mexico to a 0-0 draw. Forward Manfred Ugalde has emerged as one of the standout players in the tournament and will be key to their upset hopes.
The Road Ahead
With familiar favorites and fresh challengers in the mix, this Gold Cup knockout stage is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. Expect fireworks, hero moments, and maybe a few surprises as these teams battle for a place in the semifinals—and ultimately, Gold Cup glory.
