Gold Cup Group B – Honduras 2‑0 El Salvador

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Match Summary:
Honduras bounced back from their Group B setback against Canada to deliver a dominant performance, defeating El Salvador 2-0. Their tactical organization, sharp transitions, and incisive finishing were decisive against La Selecta, who struggled to convert their possession into goals.

📅 Date: June 22, 2025
📍 Venue: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, Texas

⚽ Goals:

• 33′ – Romell Quioto produced an exquisite give-and-go with Edwin Rodríguez before calmly finishing past Mario González. The well-executed combination cut through El Salvador’s defense and handed Honduras the lead.

• 90+5′ – Dixon (Fermín) Ramírez Rochez sealed the victory in stoppage time. A lightning-quick breakaway led to a composed finish into an open net, silencing the home crowd.

📊 Key Stats (via FootyStats):

• Final Score: 2–0 (HT 1–0)

• Possession: Honduras 38%, El Salvador 62%

• Shots (On Target): Honduras 9 (4), El Salvador 7 (2)

• xG: Honduras 1.08, El Salvador 0.94

Despite ceding much of the ball, Honduras’ defensive discipline and sharp counter-attacks proved superior, while El Salvador couldn’t capitalize on their majority possession.

🎯 Implications for the Group:

• Honduras moved up to second in Group B with 3 points, just behind Canada (4 points)

• El Salvador remained in last place with only one point, still searching for a goal in the tournament