NRG Stadium to Host 2025 Gold Cup Final

The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup final is scheduled to take place at Houston's NRG Stadium on July 6, marking the first time Texas will host this championship match. The tournament will begin on June 14, featuring 16 teams and avoiding the Eastern Seaboard due to FIFA's expanded Club World Cup. NRG Stadium has hosted numerous Gold Cup matches, making this its eighth time as a venue, and it will also serve as a site for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The U.S. has historically sent second-choice rosters to recent Gold Cups, allowing Europe-based players time off. Mexico currently holds the record for the most Gold Cup titles with nine, while the U.S. has seven championships. The tournament's structure includes group stages, quarterfinals, and semifinals leading up to the final match.