2025 Gold Cup quarterfinal slate is 🔥 and full of storylines. Here’s a quick snapshot of all four matchups and what makes each one compelling:
🇵🇦 Panama vs. Honduras 🇭🇳
📅 June 28 | 7:15 PM ET
📍 State Farm Stadium, Arizona
- Panama is red-hot and undefeated, with Ismael Díaz leading the Golden Boot race (5 goals).
- Honduras showed serious resilience after an early thrashing from Canada. This one’s a gritty Central American rivalry — expect high intensity and physical play.
👉 One to watch if you like underdog comebacks and regional pride.
🇲🇽 Mexico vs. Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
📅 June 28 | 10:15 PM ET
📍 State Farm Stadium, Arizona
- Mexico didn’t light it up in the group stage but stayed solid, and their fans always bring the energy.
- Saudi Arabia is a surprise package, making the quarterfinals in their debut appearance.
👉 The most high-profile clash of the round — can Saudi Arabia pull a massive upset?
🇨🇦 Canada vs. Guatemala 🇬🇹
📅 June 29 | 4:00 PM ET
📍 U.S. Bank Stadium, Minnesota
- Canada looks deep and dangerous, scoring 9 goals in 3 games.
- Guatemala shocked Jamaica and has real momentum — Carlos Mejía and Nathaniel Méndez-Laing have been difference-makers.
👉 Watch this one for possible fireworks — Canada has quality, but Guatemala is fearless.
🇺🇸 United States vs. Costa Rica 🇨🇷
📅 June 29 | 7:00 PM ET
📍 U.S. Bank Stadium, Minnesota
- USMNT are in form with 3 wins, solid attack (Tillman + Agyemang), and a chip on their shoulder after recent criticism.
- Costa Rica hasn’t lost yet either and has Manfred Ugalde tearing it up.
👉 This is the headliner — two Gold Cup giants with something to prove.
Most Anticipated?
Personally, USA vs. Costa Rica is must-watch. It’s a classic Concacaf rivalry, both teams are unbeaten, and there’s knockout pressure under the lights. 🌃
How about you — which matchup has you hyped the most?
