The United States and Mexico are two of the most storied rivals in international soccer. The two teams have met over 100 times, with Mexico holding a slight edge in the all-time series. However, the USMNT has won the last two meetings, including a 2-0 victory in the CONCACAF Gold Cup final in 2021.
The two teams will renew their rivalry on June 15, 2023, in the semifinals of the CONCACAF Nations League. The match will be played at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, which is known for its high altitude and hostile atmosphere.
The USMNT is coming off a disappointing World Cup qualifying campaign, where they failed to qualify for the tournament for the first time since 1986. However, the team has been rejuvenated under new head coach Gregg Berhalter. The USMNT has won four of its last five matches, including a 3-0 victory over Honduras in the Nations League quarterfinals.
Mexico is also coming off a strong run of form. The team won the Gold Cup in 2021 and is currently ranked No. 10 in the world by FIFA. However, Mexico has struggled in recent matches against the USMNT. The team has lost its last two meetings against the Americans, including the Gold Cup final.
The match between the USMNT and Mexico is sure to be a close and exciting one. Both teams are evenly matched and both have something to prove. The USMNT is looking to build on its recent success and qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 2014. Mexico is looking to avenge its recent losses to the Americans and maintain its status as the top team in CONCACAF.
How to watch
The match between the USMNT and Mexico will be broadcast live on Paramount+ in the United States. The match will also be available to stream on FuboTV, TUDN, and Univision.
Prediction
The USMNT is the slight favorite to win the match. The team has been in good form under Gregg Berhalter and has a good record against Mexico in recent years. However, Mexico is a dangerous team and should not be underestimated. The match is sure to be a close one and could go either way.
The stakes
The match between the USMNT and Mexico is a huge one for both teams. The winner will advance to the final of the CONCACAF Nations League, while the loser will be eliminated. The final will be played on June 18, 2023.
The winner of the CONCACAF Nations League will also qualify for the 2023 FIFA Confederations Cup. The Confederations Cup is a tournament that features the champions of each confederation, as well as the host nation. The tournament will be played in Qatar in 2023.
The USMNT has never won the CONCACAF Nations League or the FIFA Confederations Cup. A victory in either tournament would be a major accomplishment for the team.
