Mexico vs Costa Rica Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | CONCACAF Gold Cup

• Competition: CONCACAF Gold Cup
• Date: Monday, 23rd June 2025
• Kick-off Time: 2:00 AM GMT
• Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, United States

Mexico are set to clash against Costa Rica on Matchday 3 of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. The Mexico vs Costa Rica fixture will be hosted at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Monday morning. Both nations have already secured qualification for the knockout stage. The Mexico vs Costa Rica contest will determine the winner of Group A, who will face the runner-up of Group D, and vice versa. The Mexico National Team is currently at the summit thanks to a superior goal difference over Costa Rica.

Mexico will be content with how the recent games have played out. In the last six appearances, the nation has managed five victories, while enduring just a single defeat, with an aggregate score of 12-7. Mexico has lived up to the expectations so far in Group A of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Javier Aguirre's men are leading the pack and will back themselves to finish as the group topper. Give the talent the squad has, the Mexico Football Team is surely one of the favorites to be crowned the champions of the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Mexico has won three of the last five editions and has also finished as the runner-up once.

Inconsistencies and mixed results have marked the latest outings of Costa Rica. The national team has accumulated four victories, a defeat, and a draw in the last six matches. During this period, Costa Rica has scored a staggering 18 goals but conceded as many as 10. Miguel Herrera's main job will be to address the chaotic nature of the games that his side is facing currently. The Costa Rica National Team ranks first in the competition when it comes to expected goals (4.7). This indicates that the team has been able to create promising chances and is overall dominating its opponents so far.

Mexico National Football Team News

There are no reports of any injuries or fitness issues so far in the Mexican camp. This will allow the head coach, Javier Aguirre, to field his strongest XI in his preferred 4-4-2 formation.

Costa Rica National Football Team News

Costa Rica will have to deal with the Mexican threat without the services of Brandon Aguilera and Juan Pablo Vargas. The latter is suffering from a tendon injury and is expected to return later this month.

Mexico vs Costa Rica Predicted Lineups

Mexico National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)

Goalkeeper: Malagon

Defenders: Reyes, Montes, Vasquez, Gallardo

Midfielders: Alvarado, Alvarez, Ruiz, Vega

Forwards: Quinones, Jimenez

Costa Rica National Football Team Predicted Lineup (5-3-2)

Goalkeeper: Navas

Defenders: Mora, Mitchell, Villalobos, Calvo, Mora

Midfielders: Rojas, Galo, Alocer

Forwards: Martinez, Ugalde

Mexico vs Costa Rica H2H Record

Overall, in the last five games between the two sides, Mexico has won four games, and one game ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Mexico vs Costa Rica

Keylor Navas (Costa Rica)

At the age of 38, Keylor Navas is still going strong. The goalkeeper has won everything available in Europe and now plays for Newell's Old Boys in Argentina. He has been a cornerstone in Costa Rica's emergence as a top contender in North American football. Keylor Navas has 118 appearances for the Costa Rica National Team and is also the captain of the nation. His experience will be key in guiding the other players in the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Raul Jimenez (Mexico)

For the Mexico National Team, Raul Jimenez will be the key player. The veteran will lead the line for his nation and will be expected to score the goals. The former Wolves player, though, has much more to his game than just goals. His hold-up play, aerial game, and also his decent vision will help Mexico cause trouble to the Costa Rican backline. Raul Jimenez scored 14 goals and gave three assists this season for his club, Fulham.

Mexico vs Costa Rica Prediction

There is little to separate the two sides at the moment. However, the Mexicans will back themselves to get the better of Costa Rica and ultimately the top place in the group.

Predicted Score: Mexico 3-1 Costa Rica

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