USMNT rise one spot to 15th in FIFA world rankings

Photo by Carlos Gonzalez/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images Despite the loss in the final, the Gold Cup run gave them enough points to move into...
STARS AND STRIPES Jul 11

Croatia, Mexico and Costa Rica climb FIFA World Rankings

July 10 – A busy international window packed with over 200 matches—ranging from World Cup 2026 qualifiers to regional tournaments—has left its mark...
INSIDE WORLD FOOTBALL Jul 10

Former Real Madrid and PSG star Keylor Navas reportedly emerges as Pumas' top candidate to strengthen goalkeeping position

The Costa Rican goalkeeper, currently with Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina, has caught the attention of Pumas following Álex Padilla’s return to...
GOAL.COM Jul 8

2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Final: Scouting Mexico

David Gonzales-Imagn Images The rivals face off for a title. Despite all of the concern and the underwhelming performances, the United...
STARS AND STRIPES Jul 5

USMNT seek statement result vs. Mexico in Gold Cup final

To make it this far, the US men’s national team were pushed to the limit in knockout-round triumphs over Costa Rica and Guatemala.
MLSSOCCER Jul 4

USMNT Hang On for 2-1 Win in Gold Cup Semis

Photo by Kyle Rivas/Getty Images The USMNT raced to a quick two goal lead off Diego Luna and then managed to outlast a determined Guatemala...
STARS AND STRIPES Jul 3

'For a national team goalkeeper, that's not great' - Alexi Lalas, Landon Donovan raise concerns about lack of consistency in the Gold Cup from USMNT's Matt Freese

The NYCFC star shined brightly in penalties against Costa Rica, but has looked shaky at times throughout the Gold Cup
GOAL.COM Jul 3

talkSPORT betting tips - Best football bets and expert advice for Wednesday 2 July

The Women's European Championship kicks off on Wednesday, with Group A getting the competition under way with plenty of Scandinavian teams in...
TALKSPORT Jul 2

USMNT’s penalty shootout win over Costa Rica sets Gold Cup viewership record in U.S. with 1.9 million viewers

The USMNT’s dramatic penalty shootout win in the Gold Cup quarterfinals has set a new viewership record, attracting 1.9 million viewers on FOX
GOAL.COM Jul 1

'You're not going to push us around' - How a scuffle with Costa Rica in Gold Cup quarterfinals united USMNT, sent message to both opponents and those not on this roster

Mauricio Pochettino has preached about culture and a team willing to fight - and a scrap vs Costa Rica showed results
GOAL.COM Jul 1

USMNT embrace "togetherness" ahead of Gold Cup semifinals

Matt Freese’s clutch saves in the penalty kick shootout that advanced the US men’s national team past Costa Rica in Sunday’s dramatic Concacaf Gold...
MLSSOCCER Jul 1

2025 USWNT Friendly: Scouting Canada

Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images The USWNT faces off against a rival. With a paucity of meaningful competition, the United States Women’s...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 30

2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Scouting Guatemala

Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images The USMNT heads to the semifinal. Although many of the results have been less than impressive, the United...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 30

The Rondo: Was USMNT's quarterfinal win over Costa Rica deserved, are Guatemala a legitimate threat and what does Canada's shock Gold Cup exit mean for Jesse Marsch?

GOAL US writers debate USMNT's victory over Costa Rica, chances in semifinals and where Canada go next
GOAL.COM Jun 30

Pochettino: Experience of penalty shoot-out win ´priceless´ for USA

Mauricio Pochettino believes the experience of beating Costa Rica in a Gold Cup quarter-final penalty shoot-out will prove “priceless” for the...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Jun 30

'Don't break your arm patting yourself on the back' - Alexi Lalas cautions USMNT against overconfidence after Gold Cup quarterfinal win, calls Canada exit 'failure of Jesse Marsch'

The ex-USMNT defender tempered his enthusiasm over the USMNT’s Gold Cup quarterfinal victory over Costa Rica
GOAL.COM Jun 30

Freese saves three penalties as USA scrape past Costa Rica and into Gold Cup semi-final

USMNT beat Los Ticos 4-3 on penalties to advanceHosts will play Guatemala in Wednesday's semi-finalDamion Downs scored in the sixth round of a...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 30

United States 2-2 Costa Rica (4-3 pens): Freese penalty heroics secure semi-final berth

The United States booked their place in the Gold Cup semi-finals at U.S. Bank Stadium as Matt Freese saved three spot-kicks in a 4-3 shootout win...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Jun 30

The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur News and Links for Monday, June 30

Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images Your EFL Championship roundup Welcome everyone to another edition of Your EFL Championship roundup,...
SBNATION.COM Jun 30

Matt Freese shined in his shootout moment, and the Americans are moving onto the Gold Cup semifinals

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After losing a second-half lead to Costa Rica, this young U.S. side was forced into a shootout with the daunting task of facing...
MYMOTHERLODE.COM Jun 30

Chaos theory, Diego Luna's electric effort, Matt Freese's icy veins and winners and losers from USMNT's Gold Cup semifinal-clinching shootout win over Costa Rica

Sunday night was chaotic, to put it lightly, but the shootout victory ended with the U.S. booking their spot in the semifinals
GOAL.COM Jun 30

USMNT hero: Matt Freese stuns Costa Rica in Gold Cup shootout

As time ticked down on the US men’s national team’s Gold Cup quarterfinal vs. Costa Rica with the score deadlocked at 2-2, the stressful specter of...
MLSSOCCER Jun 30

Freese saves 3 in USMNT win: 'Penalties my thing'

United States goalkeeper Matthew Freese said he was well prepared and studied up for penalties after providing three saves in a dramatic 4-3...
ESPNFC.COM Jun 30

'A star was born tonight' - USMNT legend Landon Donovan praises goalkeeper Matt Freese after Costa Rica penalty shootout heroics

The former U.S. midfielder lauded the NYCFC's goalie's performance following his three-save effort to send his country to the Gold Cup semis
GOAL.COM Jun 30

USMNT player ratings vs Costa Rica: Matt Freese ice-cold, saves three in sensational shootout as Mauricio Pochettino's side survive and advance to Gold Cup semifinals

The U.S. survived a nervy, gritty shootout, with Damion Downs scoring winner to book their place in the semis
GOAL.COM Jun 30

USMNT outlasts Costa Rica on penalties, reach Gold Cup semifinals

The U.S. men’s national team clawed its way into the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals. Damion Downs scored the decisive penalty kick for the USMNT...
SBI SOCCER Jun 30

U.S. beats Costa Rica in shootout to reach semis

Damion Downs scored in the sixth round of a shootout after three saves by Matt Freese, sending the U.S. to the semifinals of the Concacaf Gold Cup...
ESPNFC.COM Jun 30

Gold Cup drama! USMNT advance past Costa Rica into semifinals

The United States advanced past the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup quarterfinals on Sunday evening, eliminating Costa Rica in penalty kicks after a 2-2...
MLSSOCCER Jun 30

U.S. goalie Matt Freese puts Costa Rica out in the cold in Gold Cup thriller

Matt Freese saved the U.S. men’s national soccer team from an embarrassing loss in the CONCACAF Gold Cup in Minneapolis on Sunday. The New York...
TWINCITIES.COM Jun 30

USA survives Gold Cup scare against Costa Rica after ex-coach's son Sebastian Berhalter misses penalty

The USA survived a Gold Cup scare against Costa Rica on Sunday night as they moved into the last four of the tournament via penalties.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jun 30

WATCH: Max Arfsten scores wondergoal against Costa Rica in Gold Cup quarterfinals

The left back made two crucial plays to put the U.S. ahead, even after his first-half penalty led to a Costa Rica score
GOAL.COM Jun 29

'A battle for hearts and minds' - Alexi Lalas, Landon Donovan stress urgency of USMNT's 'reclamation project' in Gold Cup quarterfinals vs Costa Rica

Three former national team stars stressed the importance of reaching the semifinals for Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT
GOAL.COM Jun 29

Guatemala stun Canada in shootout to book Gold Cup semifinal spot against USMNT or Costa Rica

Sunday saw a major Gold Cup upset as one of the tournament's favorites went down in a shootout.
GOAL.COM Jun 29

How to watch today's USMNT vs Costa Rica CONCACAF Gold Cup quarter-final: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Where to watch the CONCACAF Gold Cup match online between USA and Costa Rica, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
GOAL.COM Jun 29

'Being ruthless' - Alexi Lalas says Maurico Pochettino's USMNT must attack 'from the first whistle' against Costa Rica in the Gold Cup quarterfinals, claim their 'spoils'

Lalas, Maurice Edu and Landon Donovan outline what it will take for USMNT to advance in the Gold Cup
GOAL.COM Jun 29

USA vs Costa Rica Prediction and Betting Tips | 29th June 2025 

The USA and Costa Rica lock horns at the US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Monday for their clash in the quarter-finals of the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
SPORTSKEEDA Jun 29

talkSPORT betting tips - Best football bets and expert advice for Sunday 29 June

There is plenty of football on Sunday with two more last-16 ties at the Club World Cup, the highlight of which is Brazilian side Flamengo's clash...
TALKSPORT Jun 29

Poch hails 'great' Navas ahead of Gold Cup reunion

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino hailed Costa Rica goalkeeper Keylor Navas as "one of the best in the world" ahead of Sunday's Gold Cup quarterfinal.
ESPN Jun 28

Mexico vs Saudi Arabia: Lineups for 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup quarterfinals

Mexico face Saudi Arabia in a decisive match in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup quarterfinals, with their future in the tournament on the line. Here is...
BOLAVIP US Jun 28

'Refreshed and ready' - Malik Tillman's supercharged rise, Patrick Agyemang's finishing touch: Five keys for USMNT's Gold Cup quarterfinal against Costa Rica

The U.S. are three wins away from something they have done seven times, but not since 2021 - win the Gold Cup
GOAL.COM Jun 28

Three things the USMNT need to elevate their game in Gold Cup knockout stage

Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images They went unblemished in the group stage, but now it’s time to elevate their...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 28

USA vs. Costa Rica - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Sunday's CONCACAF Gold Cup quarter-final between the USA and Costa Rica, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 27

USA - Costa Rica predictions

SPORTYTRADER Jun 27

Manchester City stake their claim to be Club World Cup favorites; USMNT face test from defensive Costa Rica

Elsewhere on the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, Messi faces his old club in PSG
CBSSPORTS.COM Jun 27

2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Scouting Costa Rica

Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images The USMNT opens the knockout phase. The United States Men’s National Team took care of business in the first...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 27

Four things we learned from the USMNT's Gold Cup group stage

The United States struggled in friendlies but went on to win all three of its Gold Cup group games. On Sunday against Costa Rica, they face their...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 27

Canada Women vs Costa Rica Women Prediction and Betting Tips | June 27th 2025 

Canada Women and Costa Rica Women will square off in an international friendly on Friday (June 27th). The game will be played at BMO Field.
SPORTSKEEDA Jun 26

The Rondo: Assessing the USMNT after group stage, which player must perform if Mauricio Pochettino's side are to win Gold Cup

GOAL US writers debate the state of the USMNT's Gold Cup campaign ahead of Sunday's quarterfinal against Costa Rica
GOAL.COM Jun 25

USA vs. Costa Rica: How to watch, stream Concacaf Gold Cup quarterfinal

The US men's national team continue their quest for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup crown on Sunday when facing Group B runner-up Costa Rica in the...
MLSSOCCER Jun 24

Watch: Santiago Gimenez scores outrageous disallowed bicycle kick goal for Mexico

By: Oliver Fisher Santiago Gimenez scored a ridiculous bicycle kick while on international duty with Mexico, before it was unfortunately called...
SEMPRE MILAN Jun 23

US men overcome goalkeeping gaffe to top Haiti 2-1 and win Gold Cup group

Patrick Agyemang scored the winning goal in the 75thUS to play Mexico or Costa Rica in quarter-finalsPatrick Agyemang scored a tiebreaking goal in...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 23

Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT set to face Costa Rica in 2025 Gold Cup quarterfinals

The USMNT's quarterfinal opponent was confirmed after the Ticos and Mexico played to a scoreless draw in their Group A finale
GOAL.COM Jun 23

Costa Rica draws with Mexico, meets U.S. in last 8

Mexico drew 0-0 with Costa Rica on Sunday night at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas to win Group A of the CONCACAF Gold Cup and will play Saudi...
ESPNFC.COM Jun 23

USMNT goes perfect in Gold Cup group with 2-1 win vs. Haiti

Patrick Agyemang scored a tiebreaking goal in the 75th minute, and the United States overcame Matt Freese’s goalkeeping gaffe to beat Haiti 2-1 on...
NBC LOS ANGELES Jun 22

How to watch today's Mexico vs Costa Rica CONCACAF Gold Cup game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Where to watch the CONCACAF Gold Cup match online between Mexico and Costa Rica, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
GOAL.COM Jun 22

Mexico vs Costa Rica Prediction and Betting Tips | June 22nd 2025

Mexico will square off against Costa Rica at Allegiant Stadium in their final group stage match of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday.
SPORTSKEEDA Jun 21

Mexico - Costa Rica predictions

SPORTYTRADER Jun 21

Mexico vs Costa Rica - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Monday's CONCACAF Gold Cup clash between Mexico and Costa Rica, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 20

'Mexico’s performance is unacceptable' - Despite 2-0 win over Suriname, media critical of El Tri for reliance on set pieces

Mexico has six points in the Gold Cup, and will next face Costa Rica with Group A leadership on the line
GOAL.COM Jun 19

Internationals: Mexico progress to knockouts

Two goals in seven minutes from centre-back César Montes earned Mexico a 2-0 win over Suriname on Wednesday, and with it progression to the...
FULHAM FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 19

César Montes brace lifts Mexico past Suriname, puts him atop Gold Cup Golden Boot race - but questions linger for El Tri

El Tri will battle Costa Rica for the top spot in Group A this Sunday at Allegiant Stadium.
GOAL.COM Jun 19

Costa Rica vs Dominican Republic Prediction and Betting Tips | June 18th 2025

Costa Rica will take on the Dominican Republic in the group stage of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Wednesday.
SPORTSKEEDA Jun 17

'The dream is alive' - Coach Miguel Herrera sends a message after Costa Rica’s agonizing win over Suriname, says team is 'capable of winning' the Gold Cup

The Central American side edged Suriname 4-3 in a dramatic Gold Cup opener with thrilling comeback
GOAL.COM Jun 16

Costa Rica vs Dominican Rep. - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's CONCACAF Gold Cup clash between Costa Rica and Dominican Republic, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 16

Meet the glamorous Soccer Aid WAGs… from Emmerdale star to lads mag legend and boxer’s wife who terrifies her husband

IT'S one of the most anticipated – and entertaining – matches in the football calendar. This weekend England takes on the World XI in this year's...
THE SUN Jun 15

Why is Henry Martin not playing for Mexico at the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup?

Mexico face the Dominican Republic in their opening match of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup, but a key absence has raised questions among fans: Why...
BOLAVIP US Jun 14

2025 Concacaf Gold Cup: What is Dominican Republic’s FIFA world ranking?

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup will bring a unique opportunity to the Dominican Republic to reach a good result. The Caribbean side will try and defy...
BOLAVIP US Jun 14

Costa Rica - Suriname predictions

SPORTYTRADER Jun 14

Gold Cup Preview: Mexico must avoid overconfidence if they are to lift 2025 trophy

Mexico share Group A with the Dominican Republic, Suriname, and Costa Rica.
GOAL.COM Jun 13

Previewing the 2025 Gold Cup: USMNT schedule, format and how to watch

One year before the 2026 World Cup, CONCACAF teams — and one guest — will compete in the biannual Gold Cup that awards the top nation in the...
NBC LOS ANGELES Jun 13

Costa Rica vs Suriname - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Monday's CONCACAF Gold Cup clash between Costa Rica and Suriname, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 13

2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Scouting Trinidad and Tobago

Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images The USMNT opens the tournament. The 18th edition of the CONCACAF Gold Cup is about to begin, with 16...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 13

2025 Concacaf Gold Cup: Group A Preview

Photo by Omar Vega/Getty Images We begin our tournament previews with a group featuring the defending champions. The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup...
STARS AND STRIPES Jun 11

Matchday Memories: On This World Cup Day 2006 – Sky Blue Trio Make Their Mark!

On this day (10th June) in 2006 the FIFA World Cup competition located in Germany had kicked off the previous day with the posts beating Costa Rica...
CCFPA.CO.UK Jun 10

How to watch today's Bahamas vs Costa Rica World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Where to watch the World Cup Qualification CONCACAF match online between Bahamas and Costa Rica, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time...
GOAL.COM Jun 7

‘Take my money’ – Kilmarnock fans split on new Hummel kits and homage to club’s most ‘unique international moments’

IT is a topic which always seems to split opinion and the launch of the new Kilmarnock strips is apparently no different. The Premiership club...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jun 5

Preview: Bahamas vs Costa Rica - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - North Central America clash between Bahamas and Costa Rica, including predictions, team news...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 5

Gold Cup call-ups for Raúl & Luc

Raúl Jiménez and Luc De Fougerolles will compete at the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup this summer, having been called up by Mexico and Canada,...
FULHAM FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 5

Luna: Broken nose 'life-changing' for U.S. career

Real Salt Lake and United States midfielder Diego Luna said that the broken nose he sustained in a friendly against Costa Rica in January was a...
ESPNFC.COM Jun 3

New York Red Bulls II Midfielder Andy Rojas Called Up to Costa Rica National Team Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup

The latest news, scores, highlights and stats from the New York Red Bulls II.
NEW YORK RED BULLS Jun 3

Pep Guardiola reveals Man City’s stance on signing ‘extraordinary’ Arsenal target

Pep Guardiola is plotting a rebuild at Man City (Photo: Getty) Pep Guardiola says Manchester City have pulled out of the race to sign a £21million...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 2

LAFC v Club América – Club World Cup playoff live

It's MLS v Liga MX in a one-off match to determine who will take the Club World Cup spot vacated by LeónEmail me at alexander.abnos@theguardian.com...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 1

Zara McDermott stuns in backless pink dress during Ibiza break after loved-up holiday with boyfriend Louis Tomlinson

ZARA McDermott stunned in a backless pink dress during her latest Ibiza break after returning from a loved-up holiday with her boyfriend Louis...
THE SUN May 31

Louis Tomlinson squeezes Zara McDermott’s bum as they kiss on romantic holiday in Costa Rica

LOUIS Tomlinson and Zara McDermott’s chemistry was on full display during their Costa Rica holiday. The One Direction star and Love Island beauty...
THE SUN May 30

Newcastle United set to beat Arsenal to £21m transfer ‘in the coming days’

Newcastle United are reportedly close to signing Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia (Getty) Newcastle United are set to beat Arsenal and Barcelona in...
METRO.CO.UK May 29

‘I don't have a date ' - Garcia in no rush to decide future amid Barca talk

Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images The goalkeeper has spoken out again about a possible move Joan Garcia can't seem to go anywhere without...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM May 28

Victor opens on his future and talks Barca goalkeepers

Photo by Maria Gracia Jimenez/Soccrates/Getty Images The striker has shared his thoughts Pau Victor has been chatting about a few topics...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM May 28

Loved-up Louis Tomlinson and Zara McDermott can’t stop snogging on holiday in Costa Rica

LOUIS Tomlinson and Zara McDermott were unable to stop snogging during a romantic date night while holidaying in Costa Rica. The smitten couple...
THE SUN May 28

Alex Scott shows off midriff in retro Arsenal kit and sips bubbly with Jess Glynne at Women’s Champions League final

Getty ALEX SCOTT went down memory lane with partner Jess Glynne – as they watched Arsenal Women make history. The football presenter sipped...
THE SUN May 24
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