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New York Post
06-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
USA vs. Mexico odds, picks: Gold Cup Final predictions, best bets Sunday
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Team USA and Mexico both had to huff and puff in the semifinals, but they each advanced to set up a tantalizing final in the 2025 Gold Cup on Sunday night. The Stars and Stripes went up by two goals early on Guatemala, but they were put on their toes by an 80th-minute goal by Olger Escobar. The Americans held on from there in a 2-1 win, continuing the trend of securing wins without being particularly convincing in this tournament. Mexico, meanwhile, edged Honduras, 1-0, thanks to a 50th-minute goal from Raul Jimenez. El Tri haven't been a runaway train, either, but they haven't allowed a goal since their 3-2 win over the Dominican Republic in their first match of the tournament. So, not much to complain about in the Mexico camp. Oddsmakers have installed Mexico as the -125 favorite to lift the trophy, and they are +160 to win the match within 90 minutes. Team USA has +100 odds to be crowned champions and is +210 on the three-way moneyline. 2025 Gold Cup Final Odds: USA vs. Mexico Team To win the trophy USA +100 Mexico -125 Odds via bet365 Mexico has been the favorite to win the Gold Cup since the tournament started, so it's no surprise to see Javier Aguirre's side getting love from the bookies for this match. Team USA entered the tournament as the second-favorite, but the Yanks provided plenty of reasons to be skeptical about their chances for this tournament. Not only was there some drama in the camp, but they lost four matches on the spin before the Gold Cup. It was the USMNT's worst run of results since they lost five in a row in 2007. The Gold Cup provided an opportunity for Mauricio Pochettino to stabilize the team, and he has accomplished that by guiding the Americans to five straight wins and an appearance in the final despite missing several key players for the entire tournament. Mexico's Raul Jimenez celebrates a goal at the Gold Cup. AP 2025 Gold Cup Final: USA vs. Mexico betting preview The Americans have won ugly at times but that's often the path to success in CONCACAF, which is notorious for physical, whistle-filled matches. The most encouraging sign for Team USA is that their offensive output has been impressive. No team has created more big scoring chances (22) than the Americans in this tournament, and only Panama has more expected goals (xG) than the Yanks' 10.6. Those numbers bode well for the Yanks against Mexico. El Tri has been a defensive force in this tournament with only two goals and 1.5 xG conceded in four matches, but they also haven't been tested by a team even close to the USA's standard. And while Mexico's middling offensive output hasn't burned them yet, they'll need to bring a more threatening approach against the Americans. Get the lowdown on the Best USA Sports Betting Sites and Apps 2025 Gold Cup Final: USA vs. Mexico pick Mexico is averaging just 1.4 expected goals per match, which is not all that impressive when you judge it against the quality of competition they've faced. The oddsmakers are having a tough time separating these two teams for good reason. While both Team USA and Mexico have made it to the final, they haven't been entirely convincing. That said, there is a difference between these two teams that could be the difference when it comes to finding value. While Mexico has proven to be terrific at grinding out low-event matches, you have to wonder about their ability to win a back-and-forth affair with a competent offensive side. The Yanks are the more versatile side, and in a matchup where you're splitting hairs that's enough to get us to the window for a play on the Stars & Stripes. The Play: USA to win the trophy (+100, bet365) Why Trust New York Post Betting Michael Leboff is a long-suffering Islanders fan, but a long-profiting sports bettor with 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. He loves using game theory to help punters win bracket pools, find long shots, and learn how to beat the market in mainstream and niche sports.
Al Arabiya
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Luna Scores Twice To Lead US Over Guatemala 2-1 And Into CONCACAF Gold Cup Final
Diego Luna scored twice in the first 15 minutes, and the US hung on to beat Guatemala 2–1 on Wednesday night to reach its first CONCACAF Gold Cup final since 2021. Luna put the US ahead with a left-footed shot in the fourth minute, then scored with his right in the 15th for his third goal in two games. Olger Escobar, an 18-year-old who was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, cut inside and slid a shot from inside the area between Matt Freese and the far post in the 80th for his second goal of the tournament. Freese parried José Morales' shot toward the far post in the second minute of stoppage time. The US plays defending champion Mexico or Honduras for the title Sunday at Houston. The Americans' last competitive match before their World Cup opener next June. El Tri has won nine Gold Cups, the US seven, and Canada one. The 16th-ranked Americans advanced to the Gold Cup final for the 13th time. All five losses in finals have been to Mexico. No. 106 Guatemala, which has never reached the final, outshot the US 13–1 in the last 30 minutes of the first half. Luna got his first goal after Alex Freeman crossed for Malik Tillman. He touched the ball to Luca de la Torre, whose shot was spilled by goalkeeper Kenderson Navarro. Luna reacted quickly and switched the ball from his right foot to his left, then shot over Navarro's outstretched right hand. Eleven minutes later, Luna received a cross-field pass from Tillman about 40 yards out, dribbled in, got by defender José Carlos Pinto with a stepover, and put the ball inside the near post from the edge of the penalty area. Guatemala's starters included a pair of former US players: 29-year-old forward Rubio Rubin, who made seven appearances for the Americans from 2014–18 before switching in 2022; and 28-year-old defender Aaron Herrera, who made one in 2021 and then changed in 2023. Rubin put the ball past Freese in the 29th minute, but the goal was disallowed for offside. Freese made a kick save on Rubin in the 34th.
Associated Press
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Luna scores twice to lead US over Guatemala 2-1 and into CONCACAF Gold Cup final
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Diego Luna scored twice in the first 15 minutes, and the United States hung on to beat Guatemala 2-1 on Wednesday night to reach its first CONCACAF Gold Cup final since 2021. Luna put the U.S. ahead with a left-footed shot in the fourth minute, then scored with his right in the 15th for his third goal in two games. Olger Escobar, an 18-year who was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, cut inside and slid a shot from inside the area between Matt Freese and the far post in the 80th for his second goal of the tournament. Freese parried José Morales' shot toward the far post in the second minute of stoppage time. The U.S. plays defending champion Mexico or Honduras for the title Sunday at Houston, the Americans' last competitive match before their World Cup opener next June. El Tri has won nine Gold Cups, the U.S. seven and Canada one. The 16th-ranked Americans advanced to the Gold Cup final for the 13th time. All five losses in finals have been to Mexico. The No. 106 Guatemala, which has never reached the final, outshot the U.S. 13-1 in the last 30 minutes of the first half. Luna got his first goal after Alex Freeman crossed for Malik Tillman. He touched the ball to Luca de la Torre, whose shot was spilled by goalkeeper Kenderson Navarro. Luna reacted quickly and switched the ball from his right foot to his left, then shot over Navarro's outstretched right hand. Eleven minutes later, Luna received cross-field pass from Tillman about 40 yards out, dribbled in, got by defender José Carlos Pinto with a stepover and put the ball inside the near post from the edge of the penalty area. Guatemala's starters included a pair of former U.S. players: 29-year-old forward Rubio Rubin made seven appearances for the Americans from 2014-18 before switching in 2022 and 28-year-old defender Aaron Herrera made one in 2021 and then changed in 2023. Rubin put the ball past Freese in the 29th minute but the goal was disallowed for offside. Freese made a kick save on Rubin in the 34th. ___ AP soccer:
Montreal Gazette
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Montreal Gazette
CF Montréal acquires Olger Escobar from Revolution
Club de Foot Montreal CF Montréal acquired attacking midfielder Olger Escobar from the New England Revolution on Thursday in exchange for US$125,000 in general allocation money in 2025 and $50,000 in conditional GAM. The Revolution also retains a percentage of any potential Escobar transfer. The transaction was concluded before the MLS transfer window closed on Wednesday evening. CF Montréal subsequently signed Escobar to a two-year contract, subject to option clauses for the 2027, 2028 and 2029 seasons. Escobar, 18, graduated from the Revolution Academy. In the 2022-23 season, he was named part of the MLS NEXT U17 and helped the Revolution U19 team win the MLS NEXT Cup that same year. Escobar began his professional career in 2023. In three seasons with the Revolution reserve team, he made 12 starts in 31 matches, accumulating 1,277 minutes of play, one goal and one assist. Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, Escobar represents Guatemala internationally.
Reuters
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
CF Montreal acquire Olger Escobar's priority rights
April 24 - CF Montreal acquired midfielder Olger Escobar's homegrown priority rights from the New England Revolution on Thursday. The Revs receive $125,000 in 2025 general allocation money and up to an additional $50,000 if certain conditions are met. New England also retained a percentage of the Massachusetts native's future sell-on rights. Escobar, 18, is signed with Montreal through the 2026 season with option years from 2027-29. "We are pleased to welcome Olger to our club," said Montreal president and CEO Gabriel Gervais. "He is a high-potential, creative player with great offensive flair and technical ability." Escobar, who competes internationally for Guatemala, was named New England's Academy Player of the Year and the MLS NEXT U-17 MVP in 2022-23. He recorded one goal and one assist in 34 career appearances with the MLS NEXT Pro side Revolution II. He has yet to make his MLS debut.
