Mexico vs. Dominican Republic: Gold Cup Watch, Stream & Prediction
- the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup begins with a match between Mexico and the Dominican Republic at SoFi Stadium in California.
- The Dominican Republic, considered an underdog in group A, hopes to surprise.
- Mexico qualified for their 18th Gold Cup appearance as a quarterfinal winner in the 2024-25 Concacaf Nations League, defeating Honduras 4-2 on aggregate.
Get ready for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup clash between Mexico and the Dominican Republic! This match kicks off the group stage with Mexico, the reigning champion, facing a persistent Dominican Republic, making their Gold Cup debut. Key players like Edson Alvarez and the prolific dorny Romero are set to play a vital role in this exciting matchup. Discover how to watch the game, including details on live streams and TV channels. News Directory 3 brings you the latest odds,predicted lineups,and in-depth analysis of the teams’ journeys to the tournament. We explore the storylines, including Javier Aguirre’s return as Mexico’s coach, and the key to secure an early advantage. Will the underdogs prevail? Find out by exploring the complete preview of the Gold Cup match! Discover what’s next …
Mexico, dominican Republic Launch Gold Cup
Updated June 14, 2025
the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup begins with a match between Mexico and the Dominican Republic at SoFi Stadium in California. Mexico enters as the favorite to win the Gold Cup, especially after Christian Pulisic withdrew from the United States men’s national team roster. Mexico has won three of its last four games.
The Dominican Republic, considered an underdog in group A, hopes to surprise. Despite being a Gold Cup newcomer, the team is in good form, having lost only one of its last five matches.
How to Watch
- Date: Saturday, June 14
- Time: 10:15 p.m. ET
- Location: SoFi Stadium — Los Angeles, Calif.
- TV: FS1
- Live stream: Fubo
- Odds: Mexico -900; Draw +700; Dominican Republic +2100
Road to the Gold Cup
Mexico qualified for their 18th Gold Cup appearance as a quarterfinal winner in the 2024-25 Concacaf Nations League, defeating Honduras 4-2 on aggregate. They later won the nations League final 2-1 against Panama.
The Dominican Republic earned its first Gold Cup berth through the Nations League qualifying process. They dominated League B, winning all six matches against Bermuda, Dominica, and Antigua and Barbuda.
Predicted Lineups
Mexico: Angel Malagon; Jorge Sanchez, israel Reyes, Cesar Montes, Jesus Gallardo; Oberlin Pineda, Edson Alvarez, Marcel Ruiz, Alexis Vega; Raul Jimenez, Santiago Gimenez
Dominican Republic: Xavier Valdez; Joao Urbaez, Luiyi De Lucas, Edgar Pujol, Noah Dollenmayer, Junior Firpo; Peter Gonzalez, Jimmy Kaparos, Heinz Morschel, Edarlyn Reyes; dorny Romero
Players to Watch
Edson Alvarez, Mexico: The veteran midfielder is key to Mexico’s defense and transition play. Alvarez, a two-time Gold Cup winner, will aim to shut down the Dominican Republic’s attacks.
Raul Jimenez, Mexico: The 2024-25 Nations League Best Player winner, Jimenez is a primary target in Mexico’s attack. With 40 international goals, he is close to becoming one of the team’s all-time leading scorers.
Dorny Romero, Dominican Republic: Romero has 25 goals in 36 appearances, making him the nation’s all-time leading scorer. He scored in all six Nations League group games and won the tournament’s Golden Boot with 10 goals.
junior Firpo,dominican Republic: Firpo,who plays for Leeds United,is a key defender who also contributes to counterattacks. He led the Nations League tournament with three assists.
Key Storylines
Javier Aguirre returns as mexico’s coach for a third stint.his Gold Cup record includes a win against the USMNT in 2009 and a quarterfinals exit in 2002. Mexico is favored to win the 2025 Gold Cup.
What’s next
The winner of the Mexico-Dominican Republic match will gain an early advantage in the group stage of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup.