New York: Mexico defeated Honduras 1–0 on Tuesday, July 2, 2025, in the Gold Cup semifinal at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, securing their place in the final against the United States. The lone goal came in the 50th minute from veteran striker Raúl Jiménez, assisted by 16-year-old breakout star Gilberto Mora, in a tightly contested match.
This semifinal victory marks Mexico’s 12th Gold Cup final appearance and sets the stage for a highly anticipated rematch with Team USA on Sunday, July 6, in Houston. The two CONCACAF giants have met in seven previous finals, with Mexico holding a 5–2 edge.
Despite the narrow scoreline, El Tri controlled possession, limited Honduras’ chances, and maintained a clean sheet thanks to goalkeeper Luis Malagón’s solid performance. The young and restructured Mexican squad showed confidence and cohesion, putting their early tournament struggles behind them.
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Match Summary: Mexico vs Honduras – July 2, 2025
Final Score: Mexico 1 – 0 Honduras
Goal Scorer: Raúl Jiménez (50’), assisted by Gilberto Mora
Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA
Attendance: Over 60,000 fans in red, green, and white
Where to Watch the Replay
- English Broadcast: FS1
- Spanish Broadcast: Univision, TUDN
- Streaming: FOX Sports app, Tubi (replay), ESPN+
What’s Next: Mexico vs USA in Gold Cup Final
Mexico will now face the US Men’s National Team in the Gold Cup 2025 Final on Sunday, July 6, at NRG Stadium in Houston. This clash promises to be one of the most-watched matches of the tournament, with both teams in strong form.
