The highly anticipated clash between the United States and Mexico is set to take place in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup final. These two teams, who have dominated the tournament's history, will compete for the championship title on Sunday in Houston, Texas.

This marks the eighth time that the United States and Mexico have faced each other in the Gold Cup final. Mexico will be aiming for their 10th Gold Cup title, which would further extend their lead as the team with the most titles. The USMNT, on the other hand, will be looking to secure their eighth championship, with their most recent victory dating back to 2021.

The United States secured their place in the final with a 2-1 victory over Guatemala in the semifinals. Midfielder Diego Luna played a pivotal role, scoring both goals in the first half. Luna also scored his first national team goal in the quarterfinal match against Costa Rica. The USMNT won Group D with three wins, after which they edged out Costa Rica in the quarter-finals via a penalty shootout.

Mexico reached the final after defeating Saudi Arabia and Honduras. The Mexican national team is determined to win its tenth trophy in the competition.

The final will be held at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. This will be the first Gold Cup final to be held at this venue, which is also scheduled to host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Several factors contribute to the excitement surrounding this USA-Mexico final. For one, the Gold Cup serves as the final competitive tournament in the region before the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This gives both teams one last chance to claim a trophy before the major event next year.

Furthermore, the USMNT will field a relatively new squad in the final. Only two players from the 2021 starting XI, goalkeeper Matt Turner and defender Miles Robinson, are on the current roster. A number of Gold Cup newcomers are eager to win their first confederation championship.

Bookmakers are also enthusiastic about a USA-Mexico final. According to Mark Bickerdike, head of soccer trading for Caesars Sports, a USA-Mexico final would generate significant interest from soccer fans. He noted that matches involving either the USA or Mexico have been among the most popular events in the tournament.

The match is scheduled for Sunday, July 6, at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FOX.