The Central American Cup 2025 is a key event for football in Panama and the region. 🇵🇦
Panama will participate with clubs looking to compete against the best teams in Central America in a tournament that also serves as a qualifier for the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. This championship will run from July to December, with 20 teams from seven countries.
Panamanian teams such as CD Plaza Amador will be in the main group, facing strong clubs from neighboring countries. The competition is not only an opportunity to showcase local talent but also a pathway to advance in larger international tournaments.
The 2025 Central American Cup, organized by Concacaf, will feature 20 teams divided into four groups.
The tournament will have multiple stages from the group stage to the final, running until December 2025.
This edition is especially important as it determines qualification for the 2026 Champions Cup.
The champion earns a direct ticket to the Concacaf Champions Cup.
The competition is managed by Concacaf, with a focus on raising the region’s football level.
Here are the first matches of the tournament:
| Date | Match | Time | Stadium / Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, July 29 | Verdes FC vs FC Motagua | 9:00 PM | FFB Field, Belize |
| Tuesday, July 29 | Managua vs Antigua | 11:00 PM | Estadio Nacional de Fútbol, Nicaragua |
| Tuesday, July 29 | Saprissa vs Cartaginés | 11:00 PM | Estadio Ricardo Saprissa, Costa Rica |
| Wednesday, July 30 | Hércules vs Xelajú | 9:00 PM | Estadio Las Delicias, El Salvador |
| Wednesday, July 30 | Herediano vs Real España | 11:00 PM | Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica |
| Wednesday, July 30 | Olimpia vs Real Estelí | 11:00 PM | Estadio Chelato Uclés, Honduras |
| Thursday, July 31 | Alajuelense vs Plaza Amador | 11:00 PM | Estadio Morera Soto, Alajuela, Costa Rica |
| Thursday, July 31 | Diriangén vs Municipal | 11:00 PM | Cacique Diriangén, Nicaragua |
🎟️ Tickets are available on the official websites of each stadium.
| Group | Key Teams | Represented Countries |
|---|---|---|
| A | Plaza Amador, Alajuelense | Panama, Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador |
| B | Sporting San Miguelito, CS Herediano | Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua |
| C | CAI (Independiente), Deportivo Saprissa | Panama, Honduras, Belize |
| D | Club Olimpia, Club Xelajú MC | Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua |
🧠 Fact: Alajuelense enters as the defending champion.
🇭🇳 Honduras is represented in 3 out of 4 groups.
Panama has three representatives:
All three clubs will face major regional rivals such as Saprissa, Herediano, and Motagua.
🔥 It will be a true test of Panama’s football level!
These matches stand out for the strength of their rivals and importance for qualification.
When does the tournament start?
➡️ July 29, 2025
How many teams are participating?
➡️ 20 clubs from 7 countries (including Panama)
How can I watch the matches?
➡️ Check ESPN and official Concacaf channels
What is the qualification format?
➡️ Group stage + two-leg knockout rounds
Where can I buy tickets?
➡️ On the official websites of each club and stadium
✍️ We will update this article as more matches and ticket links are confirmed.
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