The U.S. men's national team faced a 2-1 defeat against Mexico in the 2025 Gold Cup final. The match took place at NRG Stadium, primarily filled with Mexican supporters. The U.S. scored first with a goal from Chris Richards in the 4th minute, but Mexico equalized through Raúl Jiménez in the 27th minute. Despite U.S. chances, Mexico scored the decisive goal by Edson Álvarez in the 78th minute, achieving their 10th Gold Cup title and exploiting U.S. weaknesses in possession throughout the match.
In response, Mexico increased their attacking pressure, eventually equalizing thanks to a powerful shot from Raúl Jiménez in the 27th minute.
Despite the continued attacking momentum from El Tri, the U.S. then nearly took back the lead with an Alex Freeman header that was saved by Mexico goalkeeper Ángel Malagón shortly before halftime.
Nonetheless, it was Mexico who stole the game-winner from Alvarez in the 78th minute, securing a 10th Gold Cup trophy.
Time and time again in the heart of the pitch against a pressing Mexico side, the U.S. players found themselves either lofting inaccurate passes forward or being a step behind advancing opposing defenders.
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