Concacaf Moves Nations League Matches to Jamaica
The USMNT and Mexico will open their quarterfinal series in Kingston this November.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Soccer
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Concacaf has relocated the opening legs of the USMNT and Mexico Nations League quarterfinal matches to Kingston, Jamaica, for November 14, 2026. Haiti remains unable to host international matches due to ongoing gang control at its home stadium.
Why it matters
The move ensures the continuation of the Nations League tournament despite instability in Haiti. The quarterfinal series are critical for determining qualification paths for the 2027 Gold Cup.
The U.S. plays Haiti at 4:30 p.m. ET, followed by Mexico versus Jamaica at 8 p.m. ET on November 14. Second-leg matches are scheduled for November 17 in Cincinnati and Monterrey, respectively.
The players
Concacaf
This is the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football, which serves as the governing body for association football in the region.
USMNT
The United States men's national soccer team represents the United States in international men's soccer competitions.
Mexico
The Mexico men's national soccer team is governed by the Mexican Football Federation and is a frequent competitor in North American tournaments.
The details
The U.S. will compete against Haiti at Sabina Park, while Mexico faces Jamaica at the National Stadium. Concacaf regulations mandate that the higher-ranked team in the two-match series hosts the second leg, which explains why the U.S. and Mexico remain the hosts for the return matches.
Timeline
November 14, 2026: The U.S. and Mexico play their opening legs in Kingston.
November 17, 2026: The U.S. and Mexico host the second legs of the series.
The Big Picture
This scheduling change follows the qualification framework established by the 2027 Gold Cup.
The relocation confirms the U.S. and Mexico will host the decisive second legs of their series at TQL Stadium and Estadio Monterrey on November 17. These matches determine which nations secure direct qualification for the 2027 Gold Cup.
The takeaway
The move highlights how regional governing bodies must adapt scheduling to maintain tournament integrity in unstable regions. Fans should note the switch to neutral venues for the opening legs as part of the standard qualification process.
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