Tillman’s brace helps the USA secure blowout victory against Trinidad and Tobago in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup: Highlights and goals

The United States beat Trinidad and Tobago 5-0 for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup and you lived every moment of this exciting game here, on Bolavip.

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The United States deliver a commanding performance to open their 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup campaign with a resounding victory. Five goals, relentless pressure, and clinical finishing highlight a dominant display.

Trinidad and Tobago fought hard but were overpowered by the U.S. squad’s quality and intensity throughout. The Americans send a clear message to the rest of the tournament as they head into the next rounds with confidence.

With the score at 5-0 and time running down, the match is effectively decided. The United States maintain control, slowing the pace and managing possession comfortably.

Trinidad and Tobago continue to press but look drained and unable to mount any meaningful threat. The final whistle is approaching at PayPal Park.

It’s officially a rout in San Jose. A perfectly weighted through ball splits the Trinidad and Tobago back line, and Haji Wright latches onto it with a composed run and a classy finish, slotting it past Marvin Phillip with ease.

A brilliant solo effort from Paxten Aaronson, who cuts inside from the left with a quick change of direction and fires a low shot toward the near post. Marvin Phillip gets a hand to it, but it’s not enough—the ball sneaks in!

The U.S. makes a triple change to refresh the attack:

• Patrick Agyemang, Jack McGlynn, and Diego Luna make way.
• Haji Wright, Paxten Aaronson, and Mark McKenzie come on.

Meanwhile, Trinidad and Tobago also make a move:

• Kevin Molino comes off after a quiet evening.
• Joevin Jones enters, bringing experience and pace down the left.

Fresh legs all around as we head into the final stretch at PayPal Park.

Trinidad and Tobago continue to fight for a way back into the match. Daniel Phillips is starting to look like the engine in midfield, showing composure on the ball and trying to link up with the attack.

But despite the intent, they’ve yet to create a truly clear-cut chance. The U.S. defense remains organized, denying any real breakthroughs so far.

it's Isaiah Garcia who exits the match for Trinidad and Tobago. Nathaniel Cardines comes on to take his place at left back. That’s now four changes for T&T as they continue to adjust under heavy U.S. pressure.

A Trinidad and Tobago corner leads to an aerial clash inside the box, where Justin Garcia takes a knock to the head in a collision with a U.S. defender. Medical staff quickly rush on to check him out.

Thankfully, it doesn’t appear to be serious—Garcia is back on his feet after a brief pause in play. We’re ready to resume action.

After the brief stoppage for the head collision, the match is back underway. Justin Garcia has returned to the pitch, and Trinidad and Tobago look to build some momentum—but the U.S. remains in control, dictating the pace and pressing high.

T&T manage to piece together one of their more promising sequences of the match, drawing a foul just outside the box. The resulting free kick, however, is poorly executed and easily cleared by the U.S. back line.

Encouraging intent from Trinidad and Tobago, but they're still lacking that final touch to truly trouble Matt Freese.

The United States are turning up the heat early in the second half. A slick move down the left flank leads to a cross whipped all the way to the opposite side, where Jack McGlynn controls and fires a shot that narrowly misses the target.

The U.S. continue to look sharp and hungry for more goals as they press to extend their lead.

Trinidad and Tobago respond at halftime with a triple substitution. Alvin Jones, Noah Powder, and Isaiah Lee come off, making way for Raymond, Sealy, and James.

A clear signal they’re looking to shake things up and add fresh legs as they chase a comeback here at PayPal Park.

The teams are back on the field at PayPal Park as the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup Group A clash resumes. The United States hold a 2-0 lead over Trinidad and Tobago heading into the final 45 minutes.

According to the USMNT reports, Sergiño Dest will miss the competition due to fitness concerns. The PSV star has been carefully recovering from an ACL injury. This setback sidelined him for nearly 11 months. Nevertheless, Dest made a return to the field in March 2025. 

The U.S. have dominated possession and territory, suffocating Trinidad and Tobago’s attempts to build out from the back.

T&T will need to regroup and find answers in the second half if they want to keep their Gold Cup hopes alive. Stay tuned for minute-by-minute coverage as this one unfolds at PayPal Park.

Amazing play of Luna and a great definition! 

A costly mistake from Trinidad and Tobago’s Alvin Jones, who tries a risky back pass but fails to spot Diego Luna lurking nearby. Luna intercepts, drives forward, and delivers a perfect cutback to Malik Tillman, who is left with an open net to finish calmly.

For the first time tonight, Trinidad and Tobago are starting to find a bit of rhythm. They're pressing higher up the pitch and trying to disrupt the U.S. buildup, hoping to force a turnover in a dangerous area.

Trinidad and Tobago’s Justin Garcia goes into the referee’s book after a late challenge on Alex Freeman near the right touchline. The U.S. fullback had skipped past him with pace, and Garcia clipped his legs to stop the move.

Clear yellow—no complaints. USA get a free kick in a dangerous area but Agyemang missed the opportunity.

Excellent combination play down the right side as Alex Freeman overlaps and links up with Jack McGlynn, carving open space near the byline. The low cross is deflected out for yet another corner—but once again, the set piece fails to threaten.

That’s now four corners with nothing to show for it. USA remain dominant, but they’ll want to be more clinical on these dead-ball opportunities.

The U.S. piled on the pressure with three consecutive corner kicks, but none of them found the mark. Poor deliveries and solid positioning from Trinidad and Tobago’s defenders allowed them to clear each one.

A brief sigh of relief for T&T, who are barely hanging on as the Americans continue to dominate possession and territory.

Trinidad and Tobago are trying to play out from the back, but they’ve been completely smothered by the U.S. press. Every attempted buildup ends in a turnover, and nearly every U.S. attack looks dangerous.

Diego Luna had a golden opportunity inside the box but tried to get too fancy instead of pulling the trigger—his hesitation let the defense recover, and the chance went begging. Still, it’s all USA at PayPal Park.

Trinidad and Tobago are struggling to cope with the intensity. The gap in quality is showing early, as the U.S. continues to press high and force mistakes in midfield. Every time T&T try to build out, they’re met with aggressive pressure and quick recoveries. It’s one-way traffic so far in San Jose.

Relentless midfield pressure from the U.S. pays off. Jack McGlynn picks up the loose ball and swings in a sharp cross to the far post, where Malik Tillman arrives unmarked. He controls calmly and slots it home with a low finish past Marvin Phillip!

Beautiful link-up play down the left flank—Maximilian Arfsten delivers a pinpoint cross to Patrick Agyemang, who rises well and flicks a header toward the far post. It beats the keeper but drifts just wide! The U.S. knocking on the door, getting closer with every attack.

The United States continue to press aggressively, creating dangerous chances as they hunt for an early lead. They earn a corner kick, but the delivery lacks precision and the Trinidad and Tobago defense clears comfortably. Still, the pressure remains on T&T as the U.S. looks to break through.

Patrick Agyemang finds space just outside the box and unleashes a low driven effort that whistles just wide of the far post. Marvin Phillip was scrambling, but the striker's shot bends inches past the upright. The U.S. starting to apply pressure early.

Isaiah Garcia brings down Diego Luna with a clumsy challenge near the left flank. The referee whistles for the foul, giving the U.S. a chance to test Trinidad and Tobago’s back line early. However, the free kick is poorly taken and easily cleared—it leads to nothing.

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup match between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago has kicked off at PayPal Park. The U.S. is in all white, attacking from right to left, while Trinidad and Tobago wear red and black. Let’s see which side sets the tone early in this Group D clash.

Both squads have lined up at midfield as we get closer to kickoff here at PayPal Park. The atmosphere is electric as the fans rise for the anthems—first Trinidad and Tobago, followed by the United States. We're moments away from the start of this 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup match.

The rivalry between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago has seen some lopsided results in recent years, though not without its dramatic moments:

• Trinidad and Tobago 2–1 USA – October 10, 2017 (World Cup Qualifying upset)
• USA 3–0 Trinidad and Tobago – June 22, 2019 (Gold Cup group stage)
• USA 6–0 Trinidad and Tobago – January 31, 2021 (International friendly)
• USA 7–0 Trinidad and Tobago – July 2, 2023 (Gold Cup group stage)
• USA 6–0 Trinidad and Tobago – November 16, 2023 (Nations League)

The U.S. has dominated the recent encounters, with four straight shutout victories by wide margins since that stunning loss in 2017 that knocked them out of World Cup qualification.

Christian Pulisic opted out of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup for personal reasons, as he explained on CBS Sports’ “Call It What You Want” podcast. The U.S. star cited the need for rest after logging approximately 120 matches over the past two years. Despite expressing interest in participating in the pre-tournament friendlies against Switzerland and Turkey, head coach Mauricio Pochettino ultimately decided not to include him in the squad.

Here's Trinidad and Tobago's starting eleven for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup first match against United States!

The confirmed lineups are in!

Here's USA's starting eleven for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup first match against Trinidad and Tobago!

PayPal Park is a soccer-specific stadium located in San Jose, California. It serves as the home ground for Major League Soccer’s San Jose Earthquakes and Bay FC of the National Women’s Soccer League. The venue sits adjacent to San Jose International Airport on the Airport West site and features a capacity of 18,000 spectators.

Here’s how it looks :

A general view of the Bay FC playing against the Houston Dash in the first half at PayPal Park on March 30, 2024 in San Jose, California.

Mexican referee Adonai Escobedo González will take charge of tonight’s fixture. He’ll be assisted on the sidelines by fellow countrymen Michel Ricardo Espinoza and Leonardo Javier Castillo.

Canadian official Pierre-Luc Lauziere will serve as the fourth official, while the VAR booth will feature Oscar Macías Romo and Dilia Maria Bradley.

Reyna will miss the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup as he joins the Borussia Dortmund’s roster for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Although Reyna has not solidified his spot as a starter for the USMNT under Mauricio Pochettino, his absence marks a significant blow. Especially due to the key players’ absences that leaves Max Tillman without a strong replacement.

United State vs Trinidad and Tobago will get underway at 6:00 PM ET (PT:3:00 PM.)

This Gold Cup 2025 clash between USA and Trinidad and Tobago will be available for viewers in the USA through Fubo, FOX, Univision, TUDN, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue and ViX.

Welcome to our live blog of the Concacaf Gold Cup!

The United States and Trinidad and Tobago are set to clash in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup—a matchup that promises high drama, unforgettable moments, and a showcase of top-tier talent.

This could be the stage for the tournament’s second-most successful team to reaffirm its pedigree, or it could deliver a stunning upset from a Trinidad and Tobago side eager to rewrite history.