Panama Beats Guatemala 1–0 – Gold Cup Match Report, Highlights & Analysis

Panama Beats Guatemala 1–0 – Gold Cup Match Report, Highlights & Analysis

Panama Beats Guatemala 1–0 – Gold Cup Match Report, Highlights & Analysis

Discover how Panama edged past Guatemala 1‑0 in today's CONCACAF Gold Cup Group C clash at Q2 Stadium, Austin. Tomas Rodríguez’s decisive goal, key saves, player grades, tactical insights & what's next for both teams.


Match Summary


In a tightly contested match in Austin, Texas, Panama secured a 1–0 victory against Guatemala in their Group C fixture at the 2025 Gold Cup  . The only goal came in the 19th minute when Tomás Rodríguez smartly finished off a headed assist from Amir Murillo  .

Goalkeeper Orlando Mosquera stood tall with a crucial save in the 28th minute to preserve the lead  . Despite Guatemala's increased possession and late pressure, Panama defended resolutely and saw out the win  .

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Tactical Breakdown

Panama’s approach: Dominant possession (~68%) and sharp finishing, but needed to tighten up to maintain the lead  .

Guatemala’s response: Outplayed Panama in the second half but lacked final execution in the box  .

Key battles: Guatemala’s keeper Nicholas Hagen was kept busy, making seven saves; Panama won most aerial duels  .

Player Ratings & Key Moments


⭐ Tomás Rodríguez (Panama) – Took his chance clinically to score the winner  .

🧤 Orlando Mosquera (Panama GK) – Made a game-changing save in the 28th minute  .

🛡️ Guatemala defense and Hagen – Retained shape, but couldn’t prevent the lone goal.

What’s Next?


Team    Next Match    Stakes

Panama    vs Jamaica (Group C)    Control of the group; could clinch top spot.
Guatemala    vs Guadeloupe    Must win to stay in contention  .

Proud Stats & Tactics


This was Panama’s 14th consecutive unbeaten run vs Guatemala (10 wins, 4 draws)  .

Panama is now 6 points clear atop Group C, with standout momentum after a 5–2 win over Guadeloupe  .

Guatemala sits on 3 points, level with Jamaica but with an inferior goal difference  .

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