The upcoming CONCACAF Gold Cup Group C clash between Guatemala and Panama is set for Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Q2 Stadium. Kick-off is at 03:00 local time, which corresponds to 04:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 03:00 BST in the UK.
This neutral-venue fixture sees both sides desperate for their maiden group-stage win as they vie for top spot in Group C. Guatemala will look to build on their defensive resilience, while Panama aim to carry forward the confidence from their recent big-score victory.
How are both teams coming into this?
Under the guidance of Luis Fernando Tena, Guatemala have set up a compact and disciplined back line. Los Chapines have kept clean sheets recently but have struggled to convert possession into clear opportunities. Their narrow 1-0 win over Jamaica showed they can grind out results, yet they remain without a point in Gold Cup play and need to unlock their attacking potential.
Panama, led by Thomas Christiansen, arrive having impressed in attack with a 5-2 triumph over Guadeloupe. Their high-pressing style and quick transitions have produced chances galore, though defensive lapses were exposed. Panama will aim to dominate midfield and exploit any space left by a cautious Guatemalan side.
Our forecast
We expect Panama’s superior offensive firepower and midfield control to edge this one, but Guatemala’s organised defence could keep the scoreline close. Backing Panama to win by a narrow margin seems the most likely outcome.
With both sides likely to approach cautiously, the “Both Teams to Score – No” market looks appealing. This clash may be decided by a single goal rather than an open, end-to-end contest.
