CONCACAF Gold Cup Semifinal 2023: Mexico vs Jamaica – Live Score, Updates, Lineups, Highlights, and Result
Mexico and Jamaica face off in CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals.
Mexico is on the verge of reaching the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup final, but they face a formidable challenge from a fully-strength Jamaica team in the semifinals. Jamaica came close to defeating the defending champions USA in their tournament opener and have since secured victories against Trinidad and Tobago, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Guatemala to reach this stage.
Mexico comfortably qualified at the top of their group with wins in their first two games. Although they lost their final group game to Qatar with a reserve lineup, they bounced back to defeat a tough Costa Rica side in the quarterfinals.
Jamaica is aiming to reach their first Gold Cup final since 2017 when they defeated Mexico 1-0 in the semifinals. Mexico has reached the last two Gold Cup finals but last won the tournament in 2019. The winner of the semifinal will face either the USA or Panama on July 16 at SoFi Stadium.
The Sporting News will provide live updates, commentary, and highlights of the Mexico vs. Jamaica semifinal match.
The expected lineup for Mexico includes goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, center-back Cesar Montes, and midfielders Luis Romo and Edson Alvarez. These players bring both size and skill to the team and will be crucial in facing Jamaica's Michail Antonio.
Mexico's projected starting lineup: Guillermo Ochoa (GK), Jorge Sanchez, Cesar Montes, Johan Vasquez, Jesus Gallardo, Luis Romo, Edson Alvarez, Luis Chavez, Uriel Antuna, Henry Martin, Orbelin Pineda.
Jamaica's manager, Heimir Hallgrimsson, has made rotations in defense throughout the tournament. Players such as Di'Shon Bernard, Adrian Mariappa, Dexter Lembikisa, Javain Brown, Kemar Lawrence, and Amari'i Bell have all featured in different positions.
Jamaica's projected starting lineup: Andre Blake (GK), Javain Brown, Adrian Mariappa, Damion Lowe, Amari'i Bell, Bobby Reid, Joel Latibeaudiere, Kevon Lambert, Leon Bailey, Demarai Gray, Michail Antonio.
The match will be televised in the USA on FS1 (English) and Univision and TUDN (Spanish). Viewers in Canada can watch the OneSoccer broadcast on Telus Optik TV. Streaming options are available for both countries.
Mexico and Jamaica are set to deliver an intense and thrilling semifinal clash. Both teams have displayed their strengths throughout the tournament, and it will be a true test of skill and determination. Who will emerge victorious and secure a spot in the Gold Cup final? Only time will tell.
Comments on CONCACAF Gold Cup Semifinal 2023: Mexico vs Jamaica – Live Score, Updates, Lineups, Highlights, and Result