USMNT vs Mexico National Football Team (1-2): Lineups, Analysis, Final Score and more

August 4, 2025 By Johan Curtis No Comments 5 minutes

The USMNT faced the Mexico men’s football team in this highly anticipated CONCACAF Gold Cup Final at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. An equalizer from the Fulham striker Raul Jimenez and then a winner in the second half by West Ham’s Edson Alvarez earned El Tri the win over the USA Men’s National Team, as they completed the win of the Gold Cup for a record 10th time. Here’s everything you need to know about the USMNT vs Mexico in the match that took place on July 6, 2025.

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It was a sensational matchup last time the USMNT vs the Mexico National Football Team happened. From the lineups to the buildup and who stood out, learn everything about the game as it happened!

Match Details

• Venue: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas, USA
• Date: July 7, 2025
• Attendance: 70,925
• Referees: Mario Escobar

USA Men’s National Team vs Mexico National Football Team Lineups

Javier Aguirre put his strongest eleven on the pitch, while Mauricio Pochettino had to compromise on his starting XI, as many of his first-team players were ruled out from the beginning. 

USMNT starting lineup (4-4-2)

Goalkeeper: Matt Freese

Defenders: Alex Freeman, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Max Arfsten

Midfielders: Tyler Adams, Luca de la Torre, Malik Tillman

Forwards: Diego Luna, Sebastian Berhalter, Patrick Agyemang 

SUBS

Matt Turner, John Tolkin, Walker Zimmerman, Jack McGlynn, Quinn Sullivan, Damion Downs, Brenden Aaronson, Miles Robinson, Nathan Harriel, Mark McKenzie, Brian White, Chris Brady

COACH

Mauricio Pochettino

Mexico starting lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Luis Malagón

Defenders: Jesús Gallardo, Johan Vásquez, César Montes, Julián Araujo

Midfielders: Gilberto Mora, Edson Álvarez, Marcel Ruiz

Forwards: Roberto Alvarado, Raúl Jiménez, Alexis Vega

SUBS

Raúl Rangel, Guillermo Ochoa, Jorge Sánchez, Israel Reyes, Jesús Orozco, Mateo Chávez, Érik Lira, Carlos Rodríguez, Orbelín Pineda, Efraín Álvarez, Luis Chávez, Santiago Giménez, Julián Quiñones, Ángel Sepúlveda, César Huerta

COACH

Javier Aguirre

USMNT vs Mexico National Football Team

First Half

• Early Goal for USA: Just 4 minutes in, Chris Richards scored a strong header assisted by Sebastian Berhalter, giving the USA an early 1-0 lead and setting the tone for a competitive match.
• Physical and Tactical Battle: Both teams fought hard, with many fouls and free kicks exchanged. Mexico’s Edson Álvarez and the USA’s Patrick Agyemang were active in midfield battles.
• Mexico’s Attempts: Roberto Alvarado and Gilberto Mora tested the USA’s goalkeeper Matt Freese multiple times with shots saved or blocked.
• Equalizer for Mexico: In the 27th minute, Raúl Jiménez scored an impressive goal with a left-footed strike, assisted by Marcel Ruíz, leveling the score 1-1.
• Close Calls and Defensive Plays: Both sides had shots blocked or narrowly missed, including a near-header from Mexico’s Jorge Sánchez and sharp defensive clearances from the USA.
• Set-Piece Battles: Corners and free kicks were frequent, with both teams pressing hard for control.
• Halftime Score: The teams went into the break all square at 1-1.

Second Half

• Intense Second Half: The pace continued with chances for both teams. USA’s Brenden Aaronson and Patrick Agyemang put pressure on Mexico’s defense, while Mexico’s Jesús Gallardo and Roberto Alvarado tried to create scoring opportunities.
• Substitutions Impact: Both teams made multiple changes to inject fresh energy, including Mexico’s Raúl Jiménez being replaced by Santiago Giménez later in the half.
• Game-Winning Goal: At the 77th minute, Mexico’s Edson Álvarez headed home a goal after a set piece, putting Mexico ahead 2-1 following a VAR review.
• Mexico Holds On: In the final minutes, Mexico defended well, with goalkeeper Luis Malagón making crucial saves against late USA attempts by César Huerta and Santiago Giménez.
• Late Pressure by USA: The USA pushed hard for an equalizer, earning corners and free kicks, but Mexico’s defense stood firm.
• Final Whistle: Mexico secured a 2-1 victory after a tense and physical contest.

USMNT vs Mexico CONCACAF Gold Cup Final: Match Stats

Here’s how both teams compared statistically:

Conclusion

The USMNT was without major names due to injuries suffered by the superstars in the main roster before the Gold Cup began, as well as sustained during the tournament. Pochettino was with a group of youngsters who did pretty well for the job bestowed upon them, reaching the final of the tournament. Mexico was stacked with talent as well as experience, proving to be the edge over the USMNT, winning the Gold Cup Final in style!

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