Guatemala vs Canada: 2025 Match Analysis (1-1)
- Minneapolis - Guatemala secured a spot in the Concacaf gold Cup semifinals, defeating Canada 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw Sunday.
- The shootout was tense, with both teams trading goals through four rounds.knowledge Navarro, Guatemala's goalkeeper, saved Cyle Larin's attempt in the fifth round, but José Pinto than missed...
- This victory marks Guatemala's first Gold Cup semifinal appearance since 1996.
Guatemala pulled off a stunning victory, defeating Canada in a penalty shootout to advance to the Concacaf Gold Cup semifinals. José Morales‘s decisive kick sealed Guatemala’s triumph after a tense 1-1 draw that saw both teams battle relentlessly, with Guatemala’s goalkeeper making a crucial save. This win marks Guatemala’s first semifinal appearance as 1996, a historic moment the team fought hard to achieve. Canada’s Jacob Shaffelburg received a red card,impacting their gameplay,yet the match remained electrifying. News Directory 3 provides in-depth sports analysis. With Guatemala now set to face the United States, and Canada regrouping, the competition intensifies. Discover what’s next in this exciting Gold Cup journey.
Guatemala Stuns Canada in gold Cup Shootout, advances to Semifinals
Updated June 30, 2025
Minneapolis – Guatemala secured a spot in the Concacaf gold Cup semifinals, defeating Canada 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw Sunday. josé Morales delivered the decisive kick in the seventh round, sending Dayne St.clair, the Canadian goalie, diving the wrong way.
The shootout was tense, with both teams trading goals through four rounds.knowledge Navarro, Guatemala’s goalkeeper, saved Cyle Larin’s attempt in the fifth round, but José Pinto than missed high, prolonging the drama. Luc De Fougerolles of Canada hit the post in the seventh round, setting up Morales’ winning shot.
This victory marks Guatemala’s first Gold Cup semifinal appearance since 1996. The Gold Cup run continues.
Canada played the second half shorthanded after Jacob Shaffelburg received a red card for a foul on Stheven Robles during first-half stoppage time.
Rubín Rubín, formerly with the United States national team, scored the equalizer for Guatemala in the 69th minute. Jonathan David had earlier put Canada ahead with a penalty kick in the 30th minute.
The Concacaf Gold Cup semifinal match will see Guatemala face the United States, who defeated Costa Rica.
What’s next
Guatemala will face a tough challenge against the United States in the semifinal,aiming to continue their unexpected Gold Cup journey. Canada, simultaneously occurring, will look to regroup after failing to reach the semifinals for the second consecutive gold Cup.