Holders Mexico began their defence of the Gold Cup with a 3-2 win over the Dominican Republic on Saturday in Los Angeles, amid tensions over US president Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. There have been days of protests in LA against immigration raids,

Santiago Gimenez's Mexico got off to a good start in the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Santi started in the opening game at the Dominican Republic. The AC Milan forward put in a convincing display, offering

Mexico comes into this year’s tournament as huge favorites. La Tri won the nation’s ninth Gold Cup in 2023, and followed that up with a triumphant victory in the CONCACAF Nations League this past year. They bring in a lot of the talent that has helped them win over the past couple of years with the hopes of competing for a trophy once again.