Concacaf unveiled a new format for the 2027 Gold Cup on Thursday, featuring an expanded group stage format. Instead of four groups of four, the 16 participating teams will be split into two groups of eight and each team will…
Concacaf announced a new format for the 2027 Gold Cup, changing the group stage to two groups of eight teams instead of four groups of four. Running from June 17 to July 11, 2027, the tournament will feature 16 participating nations, with each playing four group stage matches based on ranking bands.
The top four teams from each group will advance to a single-match knockout stage starting with the quarterfinals. Concacaf President Victor Montagliani stated the new structure provides more early matchups between top teams. Saudi Arabia will participate as a guest side, while 15 nations qualify via the Nations League.
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