CONCACAF Gold Cup 2023 Group Stage: Get Live Score, Updates, Lineups, and Result of Mexico vs Haiti Clash

Mexico dominates Honduras in 2023 Gold Cup opener, faces Haiti next.

There is a sense of excitement surrounding the Mexican national team once again after their dominant 4-0 victory over Honduras in the opening match of the 2023 Gold Cup group stage. The win showcased Mexico's attacking prowess and now they are looking to prove that it was no fluke as they prepare to face Haiti on Thursday.

Jaime Lozano, who took over as interim manager following the departure of Diego Cocca, has injected a new sense of belief and energy into the team. The players have been vocal about their newfound confidence under Lozano's guidance. A win against Haiti would put Mexico in a strong position to win Group B and secure a spot in the knockout rounds as one of the favorites to lift the title.

However, Haiti will not go down without a fight. They showed resilience in their first match by coming from behind to defeat Gold Cup guest participant Qatar. While history may not be on their side against Mexico, with only one win in twelve previous encounters dating back to 1971, they know that a positive result in their final group match against Honduras could still see them advance.

The Sporting News will be providing live coverage of the Mexico vs. Haiti match, offering updates, commentary, and highlights as they unfold in Arizona.

The top two teams from each group will advance to the Gold Cup quarterfinals.

Here are the projected lineups for both teams:

Mexico (4-3-3, right to left): 13-Guillermo Ochoa (GK) -- 2-Julian Araujo, 4-Edson Alvarez, 5-Johan Vasquez, 23-Jesus Gallardo -- 14-Erick Sanchez, 7-Luis Romo, 18-Luis Chavez -- 15-Uriel Antuna, 20-Henry Martin, 17-Orbelin Pineda.

Haiti (4-2-3-1, right to left): 1-Alexandre Pierre (GK) -- 2-Carlens Arcus, 4-Ricardo Ade, 6-Garven Metusala, 22-Alex Christian -- 18-Carl Sainte, 21-Bryan Alceus -- 14-Fafa Picault, 11-Derrick Etienne, 9-Duckens Nazon -- 20-Frantzdy Pierrot.

Two hours before kickoff, one player that Mexico will need to keep a close eye on is Haiti's attacking midfielder Derrick Etienne. Born in the USA and playing for Atlanta United, Etienne had several good scoring chances against Qatar that he will believe he should have done better with.

It is unlikely that Lozano will make many changes to a team that performed to perfection in their first game under his management. However, there could be potential tweaks at right-back with Julian Araujo and at winger with Piojo Alvarado. Henry Martin and Luis Romo are expected to retain their places, while Cesar Montes and Gerardo Arteaga remain suspended due to incidents in the Nations League semifinal against the USA.

Here is the projected starting lineup for Mexico (4-3-3): 13-Guillermo Ochoa (GK) -- 2-Julian Araujo, 4-Edson Alvarez, 5-Johan Vasquez, 23-Jesus Gallardo -- 14-Erick Sanchez, 7-Luis Romo, 18-Luis Chavez -- 15-Uriel Antuna, 20-Henry Martin, 17-Orbelin Pineda.

And here are the projected substitutes for Mexico: 1-Jose Antonio Rodriguez (GK), 12-Luis Angel Malagon (GK), 19-Jorge Sanchez, 21-Israel Reyes, 22-Victor Guzman, 8-Carlos 'Charly' Rodriguez, 16-Diego Lainez, 10-Roberto Alvarado, 9-Ozziel Herrera, 11-Santiago Gimenez.

Haiti's main goal is to secure a spot in the knockout rounds as one of the top two teams in their group. Following their victory over Qatar, their best chance of achieving this may come in their final group match against Honduras. As a result, manager Gabriel Calderon could choose to rest his key forwards Duckens Nazon and Frantzdy Pierrot for that crucial match. Carnejy Antoine, who provided the game-winning assist against Qatar as a substitute, and Jairo Jean, who also came off the bench, could be given the opportunity to start.

Here is the projected lineup for Haiti (4-2-3-1, right to left): 1-Alexandre Pierre (GK) -- 2-Carlens Arcus, 4-Ricardo Ade, 6-Garven Metusala, 22-Alex Christian -- 18-Carl Sainte, 21-Bryan Alceus -- 14-Fafa Picault, 11-Derrick Etienne, 9-Duckens Nazon -- 20-Frantzdy Pierrot.

And here are the projected substitutes for Haiti: 23-Garissone Innocent (GK), 12-Josue Duverger (GK), 15-Steven Seance, 3-Jeppe Simonsen, 5-Djimy Alexis, 19-Steeven Saba, 8-Leverton Pierre, 10-Wilde-Donald Guerrier, 17-Danley Jean Jacques, 13-Jairo Jean, 7-Carnejy Antoine, 16-Mondy Prunier.

For viewers in the USA and Canada, the Mexico vs. Haiti match will be broadcasted on various channels. In the USA, the match will be televised on FS1 (English), Univision, and TUDN (Spanish), with all three channels available for streaming on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.

Those who have cable, satellite, or telco packages can also access the match on the Fox Sports and TUDN websites and apps, as well as Univision NOW with their authenticated credentials.

In Canada, the match will be available on OneSoccer, which can be accessed through Telus Optik TV (Channel 980) and streamed on Fubo Canada.

Subscribers to OneSoccer can also watch the match on the OneSoccer website and app.

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