For the eighth time, the United States and Mexico will play each other in the Gold Cup final. The match takes place at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday at 7 pm ET.
The U.S. has won two of its seven Gold Cup final matchups with Mexico. Their most recent win came in 2021, when Miles Robinson scored in extra time. Mexico holds a record nine Gold Cup titles. The U.S. would move to eight with a victory.
How to Watch USMNT vs Mexico
Kickoff: 7 pm ET, Sunday
Channels: Fox, TUDN
Stream: FOXSports.com, FOX Sports app
USMNT and Mexico Projected Lineups
United States
Freese, Arfsten, Ream, Richards, Freeman, Adams, De la Torre, Berhalter, Tillman, Luna, Agyemang
Mexico
Malagon, Sanchez, Montes, Vasquez, Gallardo, Ruiz, Alvarez, Alvarado, Mora, Vega, Jimenez
Gold Cup Final Preview
USMNT Outlook
Diego Luna has put in standout performances for the U.S. at this Gold Cup. He’s scored three goals, including both in their 2-1 semifinal win over Guatemala. Luna also has two assists. Malik Tillman also stands out, with three goals and two assists. These two have built a strong partnership in midfield. Each has a case to start in the 2026 World Cup. Their next test: perform under the highest pressure.
Mexico Outlook
Mexico is chasing a second trophy this year after winning the Nations League in March. Raul Jimenez has two goals, including the winner over Honduras that clinched a spot in the final. Defender Cesar Montes helped keep a clean sheet in that match and scored three group-stage goals.
Prediction
This matchup tends to be close and tense. Three of their eight Gold Cup finals have ended 1-0, including the last two. Expect another tight game. The prediction: USA 1, Mexico 0.