Guatemala vs. El Salvador: Lineups, How to Watch & CONCACAF Nations League Preview

Matchday 1 Results Set the Stage

Guatemala enters the fixture searching for redemption after dropping a 3-2 decision to Jamaica away from home. Oscar Santis scored a brace for Guatemala in the opener, but a late goal from Jamaica’s Renaldo Cephas sealed the loss and left Guatemala with zero points in the group standings. El Salvador enjoyed a smoother start to the tournament by defeating Martinique 3-1 at home. Brayan Gill scored twice for El Salvador, while Harold Osorio added a third goal to put the team atop Group 2 with three points and a plus-two goal difference.

Head-to-Head History in World Cup Qualifiers

The two sides split their encounters last year during the CONCACAF World Cup qualifiers, with each team securing an away victory against the other. El Salvador claimed a 0-1 win the last time they played in Guatemala, while Guatemala returned the favor with a 0-1 victory when playing away in El Salvador. Defender Aaron Herrera of Guatemala and midfielder Jairo Henriquez of El Salvador both featured in those qualifying battles, including their October 2025 match at the Cuscatlan Stadium in San Salvador.

Confirmed Lineups and Squads

Both managers have named their squads for the League A clash. Guatemala’s lineup features goalkeeper Mario Gonzalez alongside defenders Diego Flores, Jorge Cruz, Rudy Clavel, Julio Sibrian, and Jefferson Valladares. The midfield is anchored by Marcelo Diaz, Christian Martinez, and Mauricio Cerritos, while Rafael Tejada and Brayan Gil lead the forward line.

How to Watch Guatemala vs. El Salvador

Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. local time at the Estadio Manuel Felipe Carrera. Viewers in the United States can watch the match across multiple channels and streaming platforms, including FS2, FOX One, Fox Sports Online, Fubo Sports, TUDN, and ViX. Fans watching from Guatemala and El Salvador can access broadcasts through FOX, Fox+, Tubi, and Fox YouTube.