One of the greatest rivalries in soccer will be on full display this weekend.
The United States and Mexico will meet in the CONCACAF Gold Cup final at NRG Stadium in Houston. The former is looking to hoist the trophy again after ceding it to the latter in 2023.
In Wednesday’s first semifinal in St. Louis, the U.S. defeated Guatemala, 2-1, to earn their place in the championship game. Later in the evening, Mexico knocked off Honduras, 1-0, to set up a thrilling final with its greatest foe.
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However, there will be more than pride on the line on Saturday night. The winner of the Gold Cup will also take home a considerable cash payout.
Here’s a look at the prize money structure for the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
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How much money will Gold Cup winner earn?
The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup champion will earn $1 million, a hefty payout that will go directly to the winning federation. The funds will then be allocated at the federation’s discretion.
Total Gold Cup 2025 prize pool
The overall prize pool for the 2025 Gold Cup is more than $5 million. The payout structure for this year’s tournament is expected to be the same as 2023, the last time the event was played. Here’s a look at the likely distribution for this year’s fixture.
- Champion: $1,000,000
- Runner-up: $500,000
- Third place: $200,000
- Fourth place: $150,000
- Participation bonus: $200,000 per team for all 16 competitors
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Gold Cup trophy
The winner of the tournament will also get to take home the Gold Cup trophy. A classical-style cup with a plaque on the base engraved with the year and winning nation.
How to watch USA vs. Mexico Gold Cup final
The 2025 Gold Cup final between the United States and Mexico kicks off from NRG Stadium in Houston at 7 p.m. eastern time. Here’s how to watch this Gold Cup final in the U.S.:
TV channel: Fox Sports
Live stream: Fox Sports App, Fubo
The Gold Cup final will air live on Fox Sports in the United States. Streaming options are available on the Fox Sports App and Fubo, which offers a free trial.
