Alexis Vega snapped a 19-match scoreless streak in international play with a goal in the 49th minute and defending champion Mexico beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals.

Mexico defeated Saudi Arabia 2-0 in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals on Saturday to secure a spot into the tournament's final four. El Tri had a goal from Alexis Vega and created an own-goal to break down a tough Saudi side who have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

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