Mexico defeated Jamaica by a score of 3-0 in the semifinals of the 2023 Gold Cup on July 12, 2023. The match was played at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Mexico took the lead in the second minute when Henry Martín scored from close range after a cross from Jesús Gallardo. Luis Chávez doubled Mexico’s lead in the 30th minute with a well-placed shot from outside the box. Roberto Alvarado added a third goal for Mexico in stoppage time, sealing the victory.
Mexico will now face Panama in the final of the Gold Cup on July 16, 2023.
Highlights:
- Henry Martín scores in the 2nd minute to give Mexico a 1-0 lead.
- Luis Chávez doubles Mexico’s lead in the 30th minute.
- Roberto Alvarado adds a third goal for Mexico in stoppage time.
Key players:
- Henry Martín: The Mexico striker scored the opening goal and was a constant threat throughout the match.
- Luis Chávez: The Mexico midfielder scored a brilliant goal in the 30th minute and was also involved in several other dangerous attacks.
- Roberto Alvarado: The Mexico winger came off the bench to score a late goal and seal the victory.
Manager’s comments:
- Mexico manager Gerardo Martino: “We are very happy with the result. We played a good match and deserved to win. We are now looking forward to the final.”
- Jamaica manager Theodore Whitmore: “We were disappointed with the result, but we played well for long periods of the match. We created some chances, but we just couldn’t take them.”
Overall, Mexico was the better team on the day and deserved to win. They will be the favorites to win the Gold Cup in the final against Panama.