The U.S. defeated Costa Rica in a come-from-behind win, 4-3 on penalties to advance to the semifinals and Guatemala pulled off the upset over Canada, 6-5 on penalties. Guatemala finished second to Panama in the group stage with a record of 2-1.

Las Cruces native Aaron Herrera was one of Guatemala's best players at the Gold Cup & played a key role in its first semifinal appearance since 1996.

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup has reached the Knockout Stage and on Saturday, June 28 the quarterfinals begin at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. where Panama takes the pitch against Honduras.