Here’s way to watch USA vs. Mexico live stream, TV channel, start time for Gold Cup final. The stage is set for another epic chapter in one of soccer’s fiercest rivalries as the USMNT and Mexico clash in the 2025 Gold Cup final at Houston’s NRG Stadium.
The Americans come in battle-tested after a nervy 2-1 win over Guatemala, looking to claim a record-extending ninth Gold Cup crown and their first major trophy under Mauricio Pochettino. Key men like Diego Luna, who scored the fastest knockout-stage goal in US Gold Cup history.
WATCH: USA vs. Mexico Final LIVE
STREAM: USA vs. Mexico Gold Cup Final LIVE
And veteran Tim Ream will hope to make the difference against a familiar foe they’ve beaten in the last four CONCACAF finals between the sides. For Canadian fans, the intrigue is high as Mexico enter the final boasting four straight clean sheets and a disciplined defence led by Edson Alvarez.
Raul Jimenez’s experience will be crucial up top, while 16-year-old Gilberto Rafael Mora Zambrano has added excitement with a record-breaking assist in the semis. With both sides eager to stamp their dominance on the region and recent finals between these giants producing tense, low-scoring affairs, viewers can expect another fierce showdown.
Here’s everything you need to know about USA vs. Mexico, including TV channel and streaming options for their Gold Cup final.
USA vs. Mexico Gold Cup final start time
- Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m. ET | 4 p.m. PT
USA and Mexico final will kick off at 7:00 p.m. ET or 4:00 p.m. PT on Sunday, July 6, 2025, from the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
Where to watch USA vs. Mexico Gold Cup final: Live stream, TV channel
- TV channel: TSN1, TSN5, TLN, OneSoccer, RDS
- Live stream: Fubo, RDS App
This match is available for live TV broadcast in English language on TSN1, TSN5 and TLN. Streaming options in English language are available on Fubo. French viewers can tune in to RDS and stream it on RDS App.
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USA vs. Mexico starting lineups, team news
Mauricio Pochettino stuck with a settled lineup for the USMNT’s 2-1 semifinal win over Guatemala, only introducing Walker Zimmerman late on for his first minutes of the tournament. If Tyler Adams features in the final, he’ll earn his 50th cap for the Stars and Stripes, while Malik Tillman could reach 25, and veteran Tim Ream would hit 74.
Diego Luna will look to carry his momentum after scoring the fastest knockout-stage goal in US Gold Cup history, and Miles Robinson, the 2021 final hero against Mexico, will hope to repeat his decisive role on Sunday.
USA predicted starting XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Freese (GK) — Freeman, Richards, Ream, Arfsten — Adams, De la Torre — Berhalter, Tillman, Luna — Agyemang.
Injured: None.
Suspended: None.
Mexico boss Javier Aguirre shuffled his lineup for the semis, handing starts to Cesar Montes and Mateo Chavez in place of Jesus Gallardo and Erik Lira. Captain Edson Alvarez went the distance in midfield and is closing in on his 100th cap, while Cesar Huerta is on the brink of his 25th appearance.
Raul Jimenez added to his impressive tally with his 41st goal for El Tri, and teenage sensation Gilberto Rafael Mora Zambrano etched his name in the history books by becoming the youngest player with a Gold Cup assist since 2013, as goalkeeper Luis Malagon secured a fourth consecutive clean sheet.
Mexico starting XI (4-3-3, right to left): Malagon (GK) — Araujo, Montes, Vasquez, Gallardo — Rodriguez, Alvarez, L. Chavez — Alvarado, Jimenez, Vega.
Injured: None.
Suspended: None.