Thu Jul 03 03:40:00 UTC 2025: **Mexico Faces Honduras in Gold Cup Semi-Final, Aguirre Praises CONCACAF Growth**

**[City, State] -** The Mexican national team is set to clash with Honduras in the Gold Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with a spot in the final against the United States potentially on the line. This year’s tournament has already seen major upsets, including Honduras’s victory over Panama and Guatemala’s stunning defeat of Canada.

Ahead of the crucial match, Mexican head coach Javier Aguirre discussed the challenges and potential benefits of CONCACAF membership. “It’s the eternal debate about the geographical area,” Aguirre stated, acknowledging the strength of other teams in the region. “There are always a lot of migrants in the United States and Caribbean countries and that makes them attractive to players. The frequency with which they play is what we have to do in the confederation. I can’t complain because this is our area and it will continue to be so.”

Aguirre expressed respect for Honduras, emphasizing their deserved place in the semi-final. “I believe Honduras is here on its own merits,” he said. “I don’t know if the Mexican press was expecting Panama, but my players and I respect whoever our opponent is.”

He also highlighted the improvements within the Mexican team, particularly in physical preparation. “There’s growth, especially physically. Before, we didn’t train with foresight and detail,” Aguirre noted, emphasizing the role of nutritionists and advanced technology in enhancing player performance.

Mexico, which recently celebrated its 200th goal in Gold Cup history, sees this tournament as a crucial opportunity to build momentum ahead of next year’s World Cup, which will be co-hosted on home soil. A victory in the Gold Cup and a potential final against the United States would further solidify their standing in the region.

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