The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup is set to showcase the best of North American, Central American, and Caribbean football, offering three weeks of high-stakes international competition. From June 14 to July 6, 2025, sixteen nations will battle for regional supremacy across fourteen stadiums in the United States and Canada. This comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know about watching the tournament, following your favourite teams, and experiencing every minute of the action.
Tournament schedule and key dates for the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup
The CONCACAF Gold Cup follows a structured format with matches occurring in three distinct phases. Mark these critical dates in your calendar to ensure you don’t miss any of the action:
- Group Stage: June 14-24, 2025
- Quarterfinals: June 28-29, 2025
- Semifinals: July 2, 2025
- Final: July 6, 2025 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas
The tournament kicks off with Mexico facing the Dominican Republic on June 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, while the United States begins their campaign against Trinidad and Tobago on June 15 at PayPal Park in San Jose.
Complete group stage match schedule
The opening round features 24 matches across multiple venues, with each team playing three group games. Here are the confirmed fixtures:
- June 14: Mexico vs. Dominican Republic (10:15 PM ET) – SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
- June 15: United States vs. Trinidad and Tobago (6:00 PM ET) – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA
- June 15: Haiti vs. Saudi Arabia (8:15 PM ET) – Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
- June 15: Costa Rica vs. Suriname (11:00 PM ET) – Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
- June 16: Panama vs. Guadeloupe (7:00 PM ET) – Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, CA
- June 16: Jamaica vs. Guatemala (10:00 PM ET) – Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, CA
- June 17: Curaçao vs. El Salvador (8:15 PM ET) – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA
- June 17: Canada vs. Honduras (10:30 PM ET) – BC Place, Vancouver, Canada
- June 18: Costa Rica vs. Dominican Republic (7:00 PM ET) – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
- June 18: Suriname vs. Mexico (10:00 PM ET) – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
- June 19: Trinidad and Tobago vs. Haiti (6:45 PM ET) – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
- June 19: Saudi Arabia vs. United States (9:15 PM ET) – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX
- June 20: Jamaica vs. Guadeloupe (7:45 PM ET) – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA
- June 20: Guatemala vs. Panama (10:00 PM ET) – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX
- June 21: Curaçao vs. Canada (7:00 PM ET) – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
- June 21: Honduras vs. El Salvador (10:00 PM ET) – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
- June 22: Saudi Arabia vs. Trinidad and Tobago (7:00 PM ET) – Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
- June 22: United States vs. Haiti (7:00 PM ET) – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
- June 22: Mexico vs. Costa Rica (10:00 PM ET) – Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
- June 22: Dominican Republic vs. Suriname (10:00 PM ET) – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
- June 24: Panama vs. Jamaica (7:00 PM ET) – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX
- June 24: Guadeloupe vs. Guatemala (7:00 PM ET) – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
- June 24: Honduras vs. Curaçao (10:00 PM ET) – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA
- June 24: Canada vs. El Salvador (10:00 PM ET) – Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
Knockout stage schedule and venues
As the tournament progresses, the intensity increases with the single-elimination knockout rounds:
- Quarterfinals (June 28): Two matches at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ (7:15 PM ET & 10:15 PM ET)
- Quarterfinals (June 29): Two matches at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN (4:00 PM ET & 7:00 PM ET)
- Semifinals (July 2): Energizer Park in St. Louis, MO (7:00 PM ET) and Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA (10:00 PM ET)
- Final (July 6): NRG Stadium in Houston, TX (7:00 PM ET)
How to watch the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup: TV channels and streaming options
The tournament will be available through various broadcasters across the region, with multiple viewing options for fans worldwide.
Broadcast networks by country
Coverage varies by region, with several major networks securing broadcasting rights:
- United States: FOX, FS1, FS2 (English); TUDN, ViX (Spanish) – FOX will broadcast key USMNT matches and the final
- Canada: OneSoccer is the primary broadcaster, with potential simulcasts on TSN and RDS
- Mexico: Televisa and TV Azteca across various channels and their ViX streaming platform
- Central America: ESPN and Disney+ provide comprehensive coverage
- Caribbean: ESPN with varying channel availability by territory
- Other territories: CONCACAF’s YouTube channel will stream select matches (subject to geographical restrictions)
Streaming platforms for cord-cutters
For those without traditional cable subscriptions, several streaming options are available:
- United States: FOX Sports app (requires cable login), FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and ViX (Spanish)
- Canada: OneSoccer.ca
- Latin America and Caribbean: Disney+
- International viewers: Check the Concacaf YouTube channel for free streams where available
Always verify local listings as channel assignments may vary by match importance and regional preferences.
Tournament format and participating teams
The 2025 Gold Cup features a straightforward competition structure with group stage play followed by knockout rounds.
Group assignments and tournament structure
The sixteen participating teams are divided into four groups of four:
- Group A: Mexico, Costa Rica, Suriname, Dominican Republic
- Group B: Canada, Honduras, El Salvador, Curaçao
- Group C: Panama, Jamaica, Guatemala, Guadeloupe
- Group D: United States, Haiti, Trinidad & Tobago, Saudi Arabia (invited guest)
Each team plays three group matches, with the top two finishers from each group advancing to the quarterfinals. From there, a single-elimination format determines the champion.
Qualification pathways
Teams earned their tournament berths through various qualification methods:
- Nations League A Group Winners: Mexico, Panama, Canada, United States
- Nations League A Group Runners-Up: Costa Rica, Honduras, Jamaica, Haiti
- Nations League B Group Winners: Suriname, Curaçao, Guatemala, Trinidad & Tobago
- Gold Cup Prelims Qualifiers: El Salvador, Guadeloupe, Dominican Republic
- Invited Guest: Saudi Arabia
This diverse qualification process ensures the tournament features both established powers and emerging football nations from across the region.
USMNT’s gold cup journey: schedule and potential path
The United States Men’s National Team enters the tournament with high expectations as they continue building toward co-hosting the 2026 World Cup.
USMNT group stage fixtures
The Americans face a challenging but navigable Group D schedule:
- June 15: vs. Trinidad & Tobago (6:00 PM ET) – PayPal Park, San Jose, CA
- June 19: vs. Saudi Arabia (9:15 PM ET) – Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX
- June 22: vs. Haiti (7:00 PM ET) – AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
Potential knockout round scenarios
The USMNT’s path through the tournament will depend on their group stage performance:
- If they win Group D: They would face the Group A runner-up (likely Mexico or Costa Rica) in the quarterfinals, with a potential semifinal against a Group B winner or Group C runner-up
- If they finish second in Group D: A quarterfinal clash with the Group A winner (likely Mexico) would present an earlier challenge
The Americans will aim to advance as group winners to potentially avoid Mexico until the final, setting up what would be a classic regional showdown for the championship.
Host venues and ticketing information
The tournament spans fourteen stadiums of varying sizes, from intimate soccer-specific venues to massive NFL stadiums.
Featured stadiums and capacities
Matches will be held across these impressive venues:
- AT&T Stadium (Arlington, TX): 80,000 capacity
- BC Place (Vancouver, Canada): 54,500 capacity
- Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson, CA): 27,000 capacity
- Energizer Park (St. Louis, MO): 22,500 capacity
- Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA): 68,500 capacity
- NRG Stadium (Houston, TX): 72,220 capacity
- PayPal Park (San Jose, CA): 18,000 capacity
- Q2 Stadium (Austin, TX): 20,738 capacity
- Shell Energy Stadium (Houston, TX): 22,039 capacity
- Snapdragon Stadium (San Diego, CA): 35,000 capacity
- SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, CA): 70,000 capacity (expandable to 100,000)
- State Farm Stadium (Glendale, AZ): 63,400 capacity
- U.S. Bank Stadium (Minneapolis, MN): 66,200 capacity
- Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas, NV): 65,000 capacity
How to purchase tickets
Tickets for all matches are available through the official tournament website, GoldCup.org. Sales began on April 17, 2025, with various pricing tiers based on venue and match importance. Fans are encouraged to purchase early as high-profile matches, particularly those featuring Mexico and the United States, typically sell out quickly.
Conclusion
The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup represents more than just regional bragging rights—it’s a crucial tournament in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. For these nations especially, strong performances will build momentum toward that global showcase.
With comprehensive broadcast coverage, state-of-the-art venues, and the region’s best talent on display, this summer’s tournament promises three weeks of compelling international football. Whether you’re following the tournament from home or attending matches in person, the Gold Cup offers fans a chance to witness the passion and skill that defines CONCACAF competition.
Will the United States reclaim regional supremacy, or will Mexico continue their historical dominance? Perhaps a surprise contender will emerge from the pack? Tune in starting June 14 to find out as the drama unfolds across North America.
