Get ready for an exciting Group D opener as Haiti and Saudi Arabia face off on Monday, June 16, 2025 in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The match takes place at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California, marking the beginning of Matchday 1 in this year’s tournament.
European viewers can catch the action live at 02:15 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, while fans in the UK should tune in at 01:15 BST. As both sides look to start their Group D campaigns on a high note, anticipation is building for a competitive showdown under the California lights.
How are both teams coming into this?
Saudi Arabia arrives as one of the invited sides eager to make an impression. Early sportsbook lines have them as clear favorites, thanks to their technical discipline and recent results in the region. Confidence is high in the Saudi camp, and they’ll be looking to assert control early on.
Haiti, on the other hand, may be considered underdogs on paper, but they boast valuable experience playing in North American conditions. The Caribbean side has shown resilience in recent friendlies and qualifiers, and their physical style could pose problems for a Saudi team unfamiliar with the humidity and travel demands.
Our forecast
While Saudi Arabia’s ball retention and tactical structure give them the edge, we expect Haiti to make life difficult, especially in the opening stages. The Saudis should generate the lion’s share of possession, but breaking down a compact Haitian defense may require patience and creativity.
Overall, we lean towards a 1–0 or 2–0 victory for Saudi Arabia, but a late Haitian surge or set-piece goal cannot be ruled out. This match has upset potential, so bettors may want to consider both the straight win market and options like “Under 2.5 Goals” or “Both Teams to Score” for added value.
Best odds
Bet365: Saudi Arabia 1.80, Draw 3.50, Haiti 4.50
William Hill: Saudi Arabia 1.85, Draw 3.60, Haiti 4.75
