During the Gold Cup 2025 final, USMNT fans criticized referee Mario Escobar for not calling a handball against Mexico, which many believed was a clear violation that could have impacted the game's outcome. The controversy intensified after Mexico scored a crucial goal, ultimately winning 2-1, with some fans claiming the missed call was a significant error.
The 2025 Gold Cup quarterfinals feature Mexico facing Saudi Arabia on June 28 at 10:15 p.m. ET at State Farm Stadium, with options to watch for free via streaming services like DIRECTV, fuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV, making it accessible for cord-cutters.
The 2025 Gold Cup features the US men's national team and Mexico on track for a likely final clash, with predictions favoring Mexico to beat Canada in the final. The USMNT, after a perfect group stage, faces Costa Rica in the quarterfinals, while Mexico is expected to advance past Panama. Semifinal matchups could be challenging, especially for the US, but both favorites are predicted to reach the final in Houston on July 6.
The U.S. Men's National Team won their group at the 2025 Gold Cup by defeating Haiti 2-1, with Malik Tillman scoring his third goal in as many matches and Patrick Agyemang securing the winning goal, maintaining an unbeaten streak in the tournament.