A USMNT squad missing several key players is set to open their 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup campaign against Trinidad & Tobago. Prominent figures such as Captain Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Yunus Musah, Giovanni Reyna, Sergiño Dest, Antonee Robinson, Folarin Balogun, Timothy Weah, and Ricardo Pepi have opted out of the tournament. The United States team heads into this match following a run of four consecutive defeats. In contrast, Trinidad & Tobago has seen better form recently, winning three of their last five games.
The match is scheduled to be held at PayPal Park in San Jose. The latest betting odds position the USMNT as strong favorites at -1100 (risking $1,100 to win $100), while Trinidad & Tobago are considerable underdogs at +2200. A draw is currently priced at +1000, and the total goals over/under is set at 3.5. For informed betting decisions, expert analysis is crucial. Proven SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has shared his top picks for this fixture.
Last year, expert Martin Green demonstrated significant profitability with his soccer predictions across various competitions, including Euro qualifying, the EFL Cup, FA Cup, and the Champions League. His track record suggests potential gains for those who follow his advice.
Here are Martin Green`s top picks and predictions for the USMNT vs. Trinidad & Tobago match:
- USA to cover a -2.25 goal spread (-115)
- USA to score more than 2.5 goals (-138)
- Brian White to score at any time (-120)
Explaining his picks, Green points out that Trinidad & Tobago`s defense has been vulnerable, having conceded 11 goals in their last four outings. The USMNT also boasts a favorable head-to-head record against Trinidad & Tobago, winning four of their last five meetings, including back-to-back 6-0 victories in recent CONCACAF Gold Cup encounters. The United States is widely regarded, alongside Mexico, as one of the primary contenders to win the tournament.
Odds for the USA to cover a -2.25 goal spread can differ between various sportsbooks.
Historically, the United States has found it easy to score against Trinidad & Tobago, netting three or more goals in four of their past five matchups. This includes a 3-0 victory in their CONCACAF Nations League meeting in November 2023 and a dominant 7-0 win in an international friendly in 2021.
Regarding the prediction for Brian White to score, he is making his seventh appearance for the United States national team since debuting in January 2024. He netted his first international goal in a 3-0 friendly win against Costa Rica earlier this year. At the club level with the Vancouver Whitecaps, White has a prolific scoring record, with 71 goals in 167 appearances since 2021, including an impressive 16 goals in 22 games this season.
For those interested in additional soccer predictions, expert Martin Green has provided his best bets for the USMNT vs. Trinidad & Tobago Gold Cup match. Expert analysis and picks for other games from professionals covering soccer leagues worldwide are also available.
