News in English
Guatemala Stuns Jamaica in Gold Cup 2025 Opener
Carson, California – In a hard-fought match at Dignity Health Sports Park, Guatemala secured an important victory over Jamaica in their debut at the 2025 Gold Cup. The game, corresponding to the first matchday of the group stage, was characterized by tactical play and a midfield battle.
Despite Jamaica dominating possession with 54%, it was Guatemala who proved more effective in front of goal. Oscar Santis, assisted by D. Lom, scored the only goal of the match in the 32nd minute, following a well-developed play that dismantled the Jamaican defense.
Jamaica attempted to react, seeking to create danger with their 13 shots, although only two managed to find their way on target. The Guatemalan defense remained firm and managed to contain the opponent’s attacks. The Chapin team, with 46% possession, capitalized on their opportunities and generated 11 shots, four of which were on goal.
Costa Rican referee Juan Calderón had a demanding task, sanctioning a total of 26 fouls and showing one yellow card to a Jamaican player (D. Lowe, in the 19th minute). The match unfolded in an atmosphere of great anticipation, marking an auspicious start for Guatemala on their journey through the Gold Cup.
Substitutions jamaica: at minute 46 D. Lembikisa came in and R. King went out., at minute 66 K. Palmer came in and D. Gray went out., at minute 66 R. Burrell came in and W. Brown went out., at minute 85 K. Dixon came in and D. Lowe went out., at minute 86 M. Antonio came in and J. Russell went out.
Substitutions guatemala: at minute 66 R. Rubin came in and D. Lom went out., at minute 66 P. Altan came in and K. Ramirez went out., at minute 77 R. Saravia came in and S. Robles went out., at minute 77 O. Escobar came in and O. Santis went out., at minute 84 E. Cardoza came in and R. Munoz went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Jamaica
Titulares:
Guatemala
Titulares:
class=”wg_loader”>
