The Concacaf Gold Cup final set the stage for an intense rivalry as the United States faces off against Mexico, marking the eighth time these teams will meet for the title. Under Mauricio Pochettino, it’s the first final for the US men’s national team. The stakes are high, with the USMNT looking to obstruct Mexico’s momentum and claim revenge for a previous loss in October 2024.
Despite a roster missing key players like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Folarin Balogun, Pochettino’s squad has made its way to the final, proving their strength against various opponents, though Mexico represents their biggest challenge yet.
Previous encounters have resulted in mixed outcomes, with Mexico having a notable edge historically. The USMNT aims to demonstrate their progress after previous competitions saw them falter against stronger teams.
The match promises to showcase emerging talents and could potentially lead to a broader impact on the upcoming squad for the 2026 World Cup.
How to watch USMNT vs. Mexico, odds
- Date: Sunday, July 6 | Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Location: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
- TV: FOX | Live stream: Fubo
- Odds: USMNT +190; Draw +210; Mexico +145
USMNT vs Mexico history
The rivalry has seen 78 encounters since 1934, with Mexico winning 37 times and the USMNT 24, while there have been 17 draws. This final is pivotal for USMNT to not allow Mexico to secure a third consecutive title and reclaim their former dominance with three consecutive wins over El Tri from 2021 to 2024.
Top scorers in the rivalry
The top scorer remains Landon Donovan, who has six goals against Mexico, with memorable performances throughout the matches.
- Landon Donovan (USMNT) - 6 goals
- Alfredo Hernandez (Mexico) - 5 goals
- Michael Bradley (USMNT) - 5 goals
- Aldo Donelli (USMNT) - 4 goals
- Christian Pulisic (USMNT) - 4 goals
