🔥 The 3️⃣ key players in the Mexico v Honduras semi-final
Raúl Jiménez
Raúl Jiménez gave Mexico the victory against Honduras and secured their place in the Gold Cup final. Additionally, the Mexican forward scored the national team's 1000th goal in official competitions. MVP of the match!
Gilberto Mora
At 16 years old, Gilberto Mora made history tonight. The player assisted Raúl Jiménez in the Aztec team's victory and also became the youngest assist provider in Gold Cup history.
Edrick Menjívar
The Honduran goalkeeper became the hero of the night, as his incredible saves stopped Mexico's attack and prevented a more lopsided defeat on the scoreboard.
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