Alexis Vega put Mexico ahead early in the second half, then a late own goal from Abdullah Madu sealed the comfortable win. Mexico would become the first 10-time winner of the Gold Cup, but they have a tricky semifinal test against Honduras to come on Wednesday in Santa Clara,

Non-member guests have long been a part of Concacaf's tournament, and Saudi Arabia is now the eighth invitee to have debuted in the event.