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CONCACAF Is Preparing to Return Gold Cup Matches to Mexico in 2027

The confederation is weighing a U.S.-Mexico co‑host plan that would leverage Mexico's upgraded stadiums and strong World Cup 2026 attendance to broaden the tournament's reach.

Overview

  • Multiple Mexican outlets reported on July 29–30 that CONCACAF is planning to hold Gold Cup 2027 games in Mexico alongside the United States, though the confederation has not issued a formal announcement.
  • Reports say Estadio Azteca (reported as Estadio Banorte) is already earmarked to host matches and Mexican officials are pressing to stage the final there.
  • FMF commissioner Mikel Arriola and Liga MX president Fran Iturbide are described as negotiating venue allocations, with candidates named including Azteca, BBVA, Akron, Nemesio Diez and Monterrey's Gigante de Acero.
  • The push to return matches follows Mexico's operational and commercial success hosting 13 World Cup 2026 games, which sources say convinced CONCACAF the country can deliver high attendance and event logistics.
  • Any hosting plan remains provisional because CONCACAF has not released an official 2027 Gold Cup calendar, so final match assignments, dates and ticketing depend on pending agreements between CONCACAF, the FMF and U.S. organizers.