The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) advanced to the final of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup by defeating Guatemala 2-1 in the semifinals. The match was held at Energizer Park in St. Louis, Missouri, with an attendance of 22,423[1]. Diego Luna was the standout player for the U.S., scoring twice in the first 15 minutes of the game. He scored his first goal in the fourth minute with a left-footed shot, and his second goal came in the 15th minute with his right foot[3]. Guatemala’s Olger Escobar scored a late goal in the 80th minute but was unable to secure a comeback[5]. The U.S. will face Mexico in the final on Sunday at NRG Stadium in Houston[1].
Guatemala’s performance saw them outshooting the U.S. 13-1 in the last 30 minutes of the first half, but they were unable to capitalize on this momentum[5]. The match included a notable appearance by former U.S. players Rubio Rubin and Aaron Herrera, who now play for Guatemala[3]. This victory marks the U.S.’ first appearance in a Gold Cup final since 2021[3].
References
- [1] USMNT 2 – Guatemala 1, Gold Cup semifinal
- [2] Guatemala–United States relations
- [3] Diego Luna leads US past Guatemala to Gold Cup final
- [4] Guatemala Aims for Quiet Coexistence with Washington
- [5] U.S. defeats Guatemala, will play Mexico in CONCACAF …
- [6] Solidifying U.S.-Guatemala Relations
- [7] Photos: USMNT tops Guatemala in CONCACAF Gold Cup …