Ugalde spurs Costa Rica comeback against Dominican Republic | OneFootball

ARLINGTON, Texas – The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup continued with Costa Rica earning a 2-1 win against the Dominican Republic in Group A on Wednesday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

João Urbáez scored in the 16’ to place the Dominican Republic in front, the nation’s first-ever lead at the Gold Cup, pouncing on a rebound immediately after Keylor Navas blocked an attempt from Dorny Romero.

Manfred Ugalde converted from the penalty spot in the 44’ to place Costa Rica on level terms.

Josimar Alcócer struck in the 85’ with a right-footed shot from the middle of the box to connect with a through pass from Ugalde, breaking the deadlock to place Costa Rica in front.

Goalkeepers Keylor Navas and Xavier Valdez ended the match with four saves each.

The Dominican Republic will remain in Arlington, Texas, to take on Suriname on Sunday. Simultaneously, Costa Rica will clash with Mexico at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.