Mexico edged the United States 2-1 in a thrilling CONCACAF Gold Cup final at NRG Stadium in Houston, claiming their 10th title and extending their lead as the most successful team in tournament history.
The USA struck early with a 4th-minute header from Chris Richards, but Mexico equalized in the 27th through Raúl Jiménez, who honored late friend Diogo Jota with a tribute celebration, Idman.biz reports.
The match remained tight until the 77th minute when Edson Álvarez headed in the winner after a deflected set piece, confirmed by VAR.
Despite a late chance from Patrick Agyemang, Mexico held on for the win. It was their sixth win over the USA in eight Gold Cup finals. The Americans missed key players like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Sergiño Dest. With less than a year until the 2026 World Cup, new USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino will look to regroup and strengthen the squad.
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