USMNT's Gold Cup path to look different as Concacaf unveils revamped group-stage format

Concacaf has unveiled a revamped Gold Cup group-stage format that replaces the traditional four-team pods with two eight-team groups. Every participating side will now play an extra match in the group stage, with four teams from each group advancing to the knockout rounds. The new format directly affects the USMNT's path through the tournament.