Canada vs Guatemala Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 29.06.2025

• Date and Time: Sunday, 29 June 2025, 20:00 GMT+1
• Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.

Canada vs Guatemala Preview and Team News

Canada Team News

Canada finished as the winner of Group B with seven points, advancing to the Gold Cup quarterfinals for their fifth consecutive tournament.

Manager Jesse Marsch and his charges showed a significant cutting edge with a 6-0 win in the opener against Honduras. They then drew 1-1 with Curaçao and completed their group campaign with a solid 2-0 victory over El Salvador.

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Canada’s good form has been powered by Tajon Buchanan. He plays for La Liga’s Villarreal on loan from Serie A’s Inter Milan and has led the way with three goals in three matches, the highest in the Canadian side at the Gold Cup. CF Montreal midfielder Bathan Saliba has also contributed two goals to power Canada’s form.

All called-up players are available for the quarter-final clash against Guatemala, with the Canadian camp reporting no injuries or suspensions. The focus will be on putting out the strongest squad to lead them to the semi-finals. 

Canada predicted lineup vs Guatemala (4-2-2-2): Crépeau; Johnston, de Fougerolles, Cornelius, Laryea; Sigur, Choinière; Buchanan, Shaffelburg; J. David, P. David.

Guatemala Team News

Guatemala finished runners-up in Group C with six points, advancing to the quarter-finals of the Gold Cup for their second time in a row.

Luis Fernando Tena’s side opened their campaign in Group C with a solid 1-0 victory over Jamaica, which set them on their way to qualification. Although they followed this solid win with a 1-0 defeat by Panama, they recovered to succeed in a thrilling 3-2 clash against Guadeloupe, sealing their passage to the quarters.

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Guatemala’s team, featuring a few MLS players who have all shown steady form and will be a handful against Canada on Sunday.

Coach Fernando Tena will have two main injury concerns. Firstly, goalkeeper Nicholas Hagen is recovering from a contracture and may be a doubt for this weekend. Secondly, defensive midfielder Jonathan Franco has a ligament issue. The 21-year-old is also only a possibility.

Guatemala predicted lineup vs Canada (4-3-3): Navarro; Morales, Samayoa, Pinto, Herrera; Muñoz, Marroquin, Castellanos; Lemus, Rubin, Escobar. 

Canada vs Guatemala Prediction

• Pick: Canada To Win
• Odds: 1.32 (22Bet)
• Correct score prediction: Canada 3-1 Guatemala

Canada were commanding in their two wins against Honduras and El Salvador, scoring a combined 8 goals and keeping two clean sheets. Although they were held to a 1-1 draw by Curaçao, their general form shows they have the momentum and edge ahead of the quarters this coming Sunday.

In contrast, Guatemala have been a surprise package at the Gold Cup. They’ve exceeded expectations by finishing second in Group C, including a 1-0 shocker of a win against Jamaica at the start. However, Luis Fernando Tena’s men lost to Panama and conceded twice to Guadeloupe, which brings to light their defensive frailties.

Next up: a date with Guatemala!
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The high-pressing tactics by Jesse Marsch’s squad, characterized by physicality and stretching the game to the wings, play well against conservative and reactive teams. 

Guatemala are still testing to see what sticks. In their three-group events, they tried multiple formations with different personnel each time. They won with a 4-1-4-1 against Jamaica, lost with a 4-2-3-1 to Panama, and saw victory again with a 4-3-3 when they met Guadeloupe. 

This lack of an identity puts them at a disadvantage compared to a tactically assured Canada, who have the edge to win progress to the semi-finals.

Canada vs Guatemala Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Race To 3 Goals – Canada
• Odds: 2.45 (22Bet)

Canada have shown impressive scoring form in the group stage; they’ve netted in each of their three matches, highlighting a prolific streak for their attacking phase. Their form shows they averaged 3 goals per encounter in their last three competitive events, proving their ability to hit the third goal before opponents get close.

Guatemala have shown defensive weaknesses, conceding 2 goals to Guadeloupe and 1 to Panama. In their previous five games, they allowed at least 1 goal in four. Their backline has battled against heavy press, pace, and movement, three things the Canadian attack thrive on.

Canada’s high press and directness point out their ability to score in bursts. Led by players like Jonathan David and Tajon Buchanan, they’re well-equipped to hit three goals before Guatemala can respond. 

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