Alexis Vega put Mexico ahead early in the second half, then a late own goal from Abdullah Madu sealed the comfortable win. Mexico would become the first 10-time winner of the Gold Cup, but they have a tricky semifinal test against Honduras to come on Wednesday in Santa Clara,

Mexico defeated Saudi Arabia 2-0 in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals on Saturday to secure a spot into the tournament's final four. El Tri had a goal from Alexis Vega and created an own-goal to break down a tough Saudi side who have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

Mexico dominated from start to finish and calmly defeated Saudi Arabia 2–0 to advance to the Gold Cup semifinals. It was an uneventful first half where Mexico couldn't find a way to break open Saudi Arabia's backline despite dominating possession.