🔥 Dramatic win, a thrilling day at the Gold Cup
Group A of the Gold Cup experienced its second matchday of the group stage, and there are already two teams qualified for the next round: Mexico and Costa Rica, who will face each other next Sunday to determine the group leader.
Mexico and an "easy" victory
The Tricolor took to the field as favorites, but it took 57 minutes for them to prove it on the scoreboard. Suriname was a well-organized team in defense and created danger offensively when they had the ball. However, it was from a corner kick that the Mexicans took advantage and gained the lead. Mexico stands as the group leader and will seek to finish the group stage undefeated against Costa Rica.
Costa Rica's Comeback!
The Ticos started off losing against the Dominicans, who made things difficult in Texas, but with a goal in the 85th minute, they managed to turn the score around and secure three points that place them in the next round. Costa Rica needs to beat Mexico to advance as leaders, while a draw will keep them as second in Group A.
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