Mexico vs United States Prediction, Odds & Picks Concacaf Nations League 2021

How to Watch Mexico vs United States

Once again, Concacaf minnows proved to be the Davids against the Goliaths of the soccer region.

In spite of what ultimately ended in losses for Costa Rica and Honduras, both of the Central American sides were incredibly impressive in their narrow losses to Mexico and the United States, respectively.

For Mexico, they weren’t able to find the back of the net against a Costa Rican side that were more than happy to give up possession and focus on more of a physical style of play.

It wasn’t until an eventual penalty shoot-out that Mexico eventually scraped past Costa Rica and into the final Nations League round.

The United States, in their earlier semifinal match, needed a late game-winning header from Siebatcheu to clinch a victory over Honduras.

And although the USMNT did ultimately find the back of the net, they undoubtedly struggled more than their fellow and upcoming finalists in the recent Nations League matchday.

USMNT Arguably Suffered More In Semifinal Round

Honduras went toe-to-toe with the United States on Thursday.

Regardless of the fact that the USMNT eventually left with the win, Honduras were able to create the same amount of shots (9) as the United States.

In fact, when looking at shots on target from the game, Honduras had six as opposed to the five from the USMNT.

In comparison with Mexico — who had 12 shots in their win — opponents Costa Rica only had five during the game.

On a different night, the United States could have earned a loss on Thursday, and as for Sunday, they could be facing a Mexico side that will be rejuvenated.

One Of Mexico’s Best Should Be Ready For The Championship Game

Mexico manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino has hinted about the idea of the return for Jesus “Tecatito” Corona.

Tecatito, who is on paper one of the most skillful members of the roster and in the Concacaf region, was a potential doubt for Thursday’s game but is expected to get minutes at some point this week.

After missing out on Thursday’s semifinal, all signs point to the dynamic winger being available for Sunday’s title match against the United States.

And with Hirving Lozano on the other wing, it’s difficult to say that the USMNT will be able to halt an attack that has both of the world-class attackers.

The Tactical Advantage Of Martino

Even with the youthful boost that you see within the United States, manager Gregg Berhalter still seems to have a team that has potential but that is a work-in-progress.

We’ve seen it in results and we’ve seen the excitement that surrounds his project, but in the end, there is much that needs to be proved.

In the current state that the Mexican national team is in, Martino has the tactical and trained advantage.

It may not be the best squad that Mexico has ever had, but Martino has made them extremely efficient.

When mistakes happen as well — as seen on Thursday — Martino typically finds a way out with his knowledgeable eye that has made him well-respected in world soccer.

Martino will be the difference.