2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Match Preview: Dominican Republic vs. Suriname

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Two eliminated sides meet in a battle for pride as Dominican Republic faces Suriname in their final Group A match of the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday, June 22 at 10:00 PM ET at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. While both teams are out of knockout contention, this fixture offers a chance to end their campaigns on a high note—and potentially secure a historic first Gold Cup win for the Dominican Republic.

Match Overview

Dominican Republic Record: 0–0–2 (0 points, -2 GD)

Suriname Record: 0–0–2 (0 points, -3 GD)

Broadcast: FS2, FOX Sports App, TUDN, FuboTV

Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX

Head-to-Head History

Total MeetingsDominican Republic WinsSuriname WinsDraws
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Last Meeting: Dominican Republic won 3–1 in 2011 FIFA World Cup Qualifying.

Players to Watch

Dominican Republic (Los Quisqueyanos)

Peter González: Scored in the 3–2 loss to Mexico and remains the team’s most dynamic attacker.

Xavier Valdez (GK): Has made 9 saves in two matches and will be key to keeping Suriname at bay.

João Urbáez: Scored against Costa Rica and provides attacking thrust from fullback.

Unavailable: Edison Azcona (injury)

Suriname (Natio)

Gyrano Kerk: The forward scored in the 4–3 loss to Costa Rica and remains a threat in transition.

Shaquille Pinas: Converted a penalty and anchors the backline with physicality and leadership.

Richonell Margaret: Scored and assisted in the opener, offering creativity in the final third.

No major injuries reported

Tactical Breakdown

Dominican Republic: Likely to stick with a 4-3-3, emphasizing wide play and overlapping fullbacks. Coach Marcelo Neveleff may rotate to give minutes to younger players.

Suriname: Expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1, with Kerk and Margaret flanking a lone striker. Coach Stanley Menzo could start record scorer Gleofilo Vlijter to boost attacking firepower.

MATCH ODDS

Dominican Republic + 185           Draw + 270                         Suriname + 135

Over 2.5 – 145                   Under 2.5 + 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 21, 2025