U.S. vs Mexico in Gold Cup final: Fans of both teams react on social media as the best rivalry in North American soccer returns

The two regional rivals are set to meet in the 2025 Gold Cup final Sunday at 7 p.m. ET in Houston

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Rivals U.S. and Mexico to meet in the Gold Cup finalFirst time since 2021, when USMNT wonFans on both sides excited for renewed rivalryFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?

After four years, the U.S. and Mexico will once again meet in a Gold Cup final, their first trophy-deciding matchup in this tournament since 2021. The USMNT won that final, 1-0 in extra-time.

With the match serving as the last competitive game before next year's World Cup, there is plenty at stake for both sides – and fans are building anticipation on social media.

GOAL takes a look at the best social media reactions following both U.S. and Mexico's semifinal wins.

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