The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football has released the official dates and kickoff times for the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals, setting up a two-legged series between the Guatemala national team and Canada for November 2025.
Guatemala and Canada Set November Dates for Nations League Quarterfinals
The Guatemala national team will host the first leg against Canada on Friday, November 13, at Estadio Manuel Felipe Carrera, commonly known as “El Trébol,” in Guatemala City, with kickoff scheduled for 20:00 local time. The return fixture will take place at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada, starting at 19:00 local time, where the semifinalist and a direct qualifier for the next Gold Cup will be decided.
Guatemala reached the quarterfinals after finishing at the top of its group in the previous stage of the tournament. That group campaign featured matches against Suriname, Jamaica, Honduras, El Salvador, and Martinique. Securing first place in the group allowed the squad coached by Luis Fernando Tena to secure a spot among the eight best teams in the competition.
Canada secured direct entry into the quarterfinal round based on its position in the Concacaf rankings. The upcoming series renews a rivalry that gained significant attention following their previous encounter at the 2025 Gold Cup. In that tournament meeting, Guatemala upset the Canadian side to advance to the semifinals.
Estadio El Trébol and BMO Field Host the Two-Legged Series
The opening match in Guatemala City presents a crucial opportunity for the home side. Tena’s squad aims to establish a favorable aggregate advantage on home turf before traveling north to face Canada in the decisive second leg at BMO Field. Playing at Estadio El Trébol provides a familiar and compact environment for the team known as the Azul y Blanco.
For Canada, the trip to Central America requires adapting to local conditions and an energetic crowd in Guatemala City. The aggregate winner advances directly to the tournament semifinals while securing an automatic berth in the 2027 Gold Cup.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guatemala vs. Canada
When is the first leg of the Guatemala vs. Canada quarterfinal?
The first leg is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at Estadio Manuel Felipe Carrera in Guatemala City, starting at 20:00 local time.
Where will the second leg take place?
The return match will be played at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada, with kickoff set for 19:00 local time.
What is at stake in this Concacaf Nations League series?
The winner of the two-legged series advances to the tournament semifinals and earns direct qualification for the upcoming Gold Cup.
How did both teams qualify for the quarterfinals?
Guatemala advanced by finishing first in its group stage, while Canada earned a direct spot in the quarterfinals based on its position in the Concacaf rankings.
