Canada faces Guatemala in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals, aiming to extend their historical edge in their third tournament meeting. Canada topped Group B with a strong 2-1-0 record, including a commanding 6-0 win over Honduras and a 2-0 victory over El Salvador. Guatemala, securing second place in Group C with a 2-0-1 record, seeks to continue its journey after notable wins, including a historic victory over Jamaica. Missing key players, Canada’s Jonathan David stands out as a top scorer in Gold Cup history. This matchup will unfold on Sunday, June 29, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

By the Numbers
  • Canada holds a 1-0-1 record in past Gold Cup meetings against Guatemala.
  • Jonathan David has 7 goals in 7 Gold Cup appearances, making him Canada's all-time leading scorer in the tournament.
  • Guatemala's four goals have come from four different players.
State of Play
  • The match kicks off at 4:00 p.m. ET on June 29, 2025.
  • Canada is without key players, including Alphonso Davies and injured midfielder Ali Ahmed.
  • Guatemala enters the match with no injuries reported among its players.
What's Next

The winner will advance further in the Gold Cup, with Canada hoping to leverage its historical advantage and overall strong performance to secure a semifinal spot. Guatemala aims to continue its surprising run and capitalize on recent successes in the tournament.

Bottom Line

With their strong season and historical edge, Canada enters as the favorite, but Guatemala's momentum and diversity in attack could lead to an upset. Focus will be on key players like Jonathan David to propel Canada forward against a resilient Guatemalan squad.