Mexico won the 2025 Gold Cup Final 2-1 against the U.S. at NRG Stadium. The U.S. initially led through Chris Richards’ early header, set up by a free kick from Sebastian Berhalter. However, Mexico dominated possession with 60% of the ball and outshot the U.S. 16-6. Edson Alvarez scored the winning goal in the 78th minute after a VAR review. Despite losing, young U.S. players demonstrated potential for future competitions, as the team's average age was 25.5 years, influenced by older players like Tim Ream.
Mexico midfielder Edson Alvarez scored the decisive goal in the 2025 Gold Cup Final, securing a record 10th title for his team. The goal came from a header awarded by VAR, showcasing Mexico's dominance over the U.S. in various aspects of the game.
The U.S. Men's National Team initially took the lead with a well-executed header from Chris Richards. This set piece gave them hope, but they ultimately could not maintain their advantage against a stronger Mexican side.
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