Canada vs Mexico Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The winner will face either the USA or Panama in the final.

Canada are set to lock horns with Mexico in the first leg of the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal. This clash is set to take place at the SoFi Stadium on Friday with both sides aiming to secure their place in the final. 

Canada have been impressive throughout the tournament as they aim to secure their first major trophy since 2000. Headed by stars such as Jonathan David and Alphonso Davies, they have every chance of winning this edition’s tournament. In the quarterfinals, Jesse Marsch’s side hammered Suriname 4-0 on aggregate to set up a tie against Mexico with whom they are unbeaten in the last three matches.  

Meanwhile, Mexico will look to make a statement after an unfruitful period on the international stage. Javier Aguirre’s side made a massive comeback in the second leg of the quarterfinals to secure their place here. In the first leg, they suffered a 2-0 loss against Honduras which probably came as a shock but they came better in the second leg to secure a 4-0 victory to secure their place in the semifinals. 

Got the squad back together, with a few new faces!Le groupe est de retour ensemble, avec quelques nouveaux visages !#CANMNT pic.twitter.com/zkeE1bItQq

— CANMNT (@CANMNT_Official) March 18, 2025

Kick-off:

Location: California, United States

Stadium: SoFi Stadium

Date: Friday, 21 March

Kick-off Time: 8:00 AM IST / 1:30 AM GMT/ Thursday, 20 March: 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT

Referee: TBD

VAR: In use

Form:

Canada (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Mexico (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Jonathan David (Canada) 

Jonathan David has turned into a crucial player for the national team after delivering a string of impressive performances for them. David is currently the leading goalscorer for them with 31 goals having represented the country 59 times. He has been in impressive form for his club Lille this season with 23 goals and 10 assists already.   

Raul Jimenez (Mexico)

Raul Jimenez is one goal shy of becoming the fourth all-time leading goalscorer for Mexico. The Fulham striker has scored 36 goals from 109 appearances for the national team so far, emerging as one of the most important players in the squad. In the quarter-final against Honduras, he registered one goal and assisted another to help his team secure this trip.

Match Facts

• Canada secured a 4-0 aggregate victory against Suriname in the quarterfinals
• They are unbeaten in the last five matches
• Mexico secured a 4-2 aggregate score over Honduras in the quarterfinals

Canada vs Mexico: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Match to end with goals under 3.5
• Tip 2: Canada to win this game
• Tip 3: Mexico to score the first goal

Injury & Team News

Canada have a fully fit squad to choose from except for Richie Laryea who is out due to a leg injury. However, the good news is that Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David have made it to the squad.  

Meanwhile, Mexico have no injury concerns in their squad. Raul Jimenez is expected to start here with Alexis Vega and Luis Romo supporting him. 

Work never stops—Nations League coming! 🇲🇽🔥 #PorMéxicoTodo pic.twitter.com/crVwv0ZBQQ

— Mexican National Team (@miseleccionmxEN) March 17, 2025

Head to Head

Total Matches – 8

Canada – 1

Mexico – 5

Draws – 2

Predicted Lineup

Canada predicted lineup (4-1-3-2):

St. Clair (GK); Johnston, Cornelius, Bombito, Davies; Osorio; Buchanan Eustaquio, Shaffelburg; Larin, David

Mexico predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Malagon, Huescas, Montes, Vasquez, Gallardo; Rodriguez, Alvarez; Gutierrez, Romo, Vega; Jimenez

Match Prediction

We have an exciting game on our horizon as both teams aim to book their place in the final. Canada will fancy their chances against them due to their strong record against them and considering they are playing at home. However, we expect Mexico to give a tough fight. 

Prediction: ⁠Canada 2-1 Mexico

Telecast for Canada vs Mexico

India – TBD

Canada– ViX, TUDN

US –  Paramount+, ViX

Mexico – TUDN, Canal 5 Televisa

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