Countdown to the CONCACAF Gold Cup 2023: Schedule and Teams Revealed

The CONCACAF Gold Cup is one of the most exciting soccer tournaments in the world. This biennial event features the best teams from North and Central America, as well as the Caribbean, competing for the coveted Gold Cup trophy. The tournament has a rich history and has produced some unforgettable moments, including incredible goals, dramatic comebacks, and stunning upsets. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the CONCACAF Gold Cup and provide details on the 2023 schedule.

The CONCACAF Gold Cup was first held in 1963 and was known as the CONCACAF Championship until 1991. The tournament has undergone several format changes over the years, but it has always remained a showcase for the best soccer talent in the region. The current format features 16 teams divided into four groups of four. The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout stage, which culminates in a final match to determine the champion.

The Gold Cup has been dominated by Mexico and the United States, who have combined to win 14 of the 16 tournaments. However, other teams have made their mark, including Canada, who won the tournament in 2000, and Costa Rica, who finished as runners-up in 2002 and 2019.

The 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup is set to be held from June 16 to July 16th 2023, with matches taking place across 11 venues in the United States, Costa Rica, and Mexico. The tournament will feature 16 teams, with the hosts United States, Mexico, and Costa Rica receiving automatic berths. The remaining 13 spots will be determined through a qualifying process that involves teams from the Caribbean and Central America.

• Group A: United States, Jamaica, Nicaragua, and Winner game 9
• Group B: Mexico, Haiti, Honduras, and Qatar
• Group C: Costa Rica, Panama, El Salvador, and Winner game 8
• Group D: Canada, Guatemala, Cuba, and Winner game 7

The tournament will kick off for Team USA with a match against an as-yet-undetermined opponent at the Citypark in St. Louis, MO on June 28. The final will be held at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA on July 16.

The full schedule for the tournament is as follows:

2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup Schedule

Prelims:

• June 16, 2023: CONCACAF Gold Cup Prelims - DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Teams TBD
• June 17, 2023: CONCACAF Gold Cup Prelims - DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Teams TBD
• June 20, 2023: CONCACAF Gold Cup Prelims - DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Teams TBD

Group Stage:

June 25, 2023:

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group A - DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Nicaragua vs. TBD
• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group B - NRG Stadium, Houston, TX - Haiti vs. Qatar & Mexico vs. Honduras

June 26, 2023: 

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group C - DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, FL - El Salvador vs. TBD & Costa Rica vs. Panama

June 27, 2023:

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group D - BMO Field, Toronto, ON - Canada vs. TBD
• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group D - DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Guatemala vs. Cuba

June 28, 2023:

•  CONCACAF Gold Cup Group A - Citypark - St. Louis, St. Louis, MO - Jamaica vs. Nicaragua & United States vs. TBD

June 29, 2023: 

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group B - State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ - Qatar vs. Honduras & Haiti vs. Mexico

June 30, 2023: 

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group C - Red Bull Arena - NJ, Harrison, NJ - Panama vs. TBD & El Salvador vs. Costa Rica

July 1, 2023: 

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group D - Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX - Cuba vs. TBD & Guatemala vs. Canada

July 2, 2023:

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group A & B - Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA - Jamaica vs. TBD & Mexico vs. Qatar
• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group A & B - Bank Of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC - United States vs. Nicaragua & Honduras vs. Haiti

July 4, 2023:

• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group C & D - Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX - Canada vs. Cuba & Panama vs. El Salvador
• CONCACAF Gold Cup Group C & D - Red Bull Arena - NJ, Harrison, NJ - Guatemala vs. TBD & Costa Rica vs. TBD

Quarterfinals:

• July 16 - TBD vs. TBD - State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
• July 16 - TBD vs. TBD - AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
• July 17 - TBD vs. TBD - NRG Stadium, Houston, TX
• July 17 - TBD vs. TBD - Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas

Semifinals:

• July 12 - TBD vs. TBD - Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
• July 12 - TBD vs. TBD - Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV

Final:

• July 16 - TBD vs. TBD - SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA

The 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup promises to be a thrilling event, with some of the best soccer talent in the region on display. The tournament will provide an opportunity for teams to showcase their skills and compete against top-class opposition, while also giving fans a chance to experience the excitement of live soccer.

In addition to the on-field action, the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup will also provide a platform for promoting diversity and inclusion in soccer. The tournament will feature various initiatives aimed at promoting social justice and equality, including community engagement programs, educational initiatives, and advocacy campaigns.

The CONCACAF Gold Cup is a tournament that every soccer fan should look forward to. With its rich history, exciting format, and high-quality soccer, the Gold Cup is a must-watch event for anyone who loves the beautiful game. The 2023 edition promises to be another thrilling tournament, and we can't wait to see which team will lift the trophy in Glendale on July 16.