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CONCACAF Kings: The 1969 Championship Chronicle

A comprehensive look at the fourth edition of the CONCACAF Championship, held in Costa Rica, showcasing the regional football elite.

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Tournament Overview

Key Details

The 1969 CONCACAF Championship marked the fourth iteration of the premier football competition for North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Hosted by Costa Rica, the tournament took place from November 23 to December 7, 1969.

Six national teams competed, employing a round-robin format to determine the continental champion. A late application from Haiti was regrettably not accepted.

Host Nation

Costa Rica proudly hosted the championship, with all matches concentrated in the capital city, San Josรฉ. This marked Costa Rica's second time hosting the tournament, having previously hosted in 1963.

Championship Outcome

The host nation, Costa Rica, emerged victorious for the second time, securing the championship title. They clinched the title by drawing 1-1 against the defending champions, Guatemala, in a decisive final match. Mexico notably participated with players from its second-tier league.

Participating Teams

Costa Rica

As hosts and eventual champions, Costa Rica fielded a strong squad aiming for continental glory.

Guatemala

The defending champions, Guatemala, sought to retain their title but ultimately finished as runners-up.

Netherlands Antilles

Representing the Dutch Caribbean, the Netherlands Antilles secured a respectable third-place finish.

Mexico

Mexico participated with a squad drawn from a lower division, presenting an interesting dynamic in the competition.

Jamaica

The Reggae Boyz made their appearance in the championship, competing against the region's top footballing nations.

Trinidad and Tobago

The Soca Warriors represented the Caribbean, participating in this significant regional tournament.

Tournament Venue

The vibrant capital city of Costa Rica served as the sole host city for the championship.

City San Josรฉ
Stadium Estadio Nacional (1924)
Capacity 25,000

Final Standings

Final Tournament Standings
Pos Team Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts
1  Costa Rica 5 4 1 0 13 2 +11 9
2  Guatemala 5 3 2 0 10 2 +8 8
3  Netherlands Antilles 5 2 1 2 9 12 โˆ’3 5
4  Mexico 5 1 2 2 4 5 โˆ’1 4
5  Trinidad and Tobago 5 1 1 3 4 12 โˆ’8 3
6  Jamaica 5 0 1 4 3 10 โˆ’7 1

Match Highlights

Costa Rica 3โ€“0 Jamaica

The tournament commenced with a dominant performance by the hosts.

Costa Rica 3โ€“0  Jamaica
Cascante (1')
Sรกenz (62')
Dawkins (67' o.g.)
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica
Attendance: 7,389

Guatemala 2โ€“0 Trinidad and Tobago

Guatemala secured a vital win early in the tournament.

Guatemala 2โ€“0  Trinidad and Tobago
Gamboa (8')
Fiรณn (84')
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Costa Rica 2โ€“1 Netherlands Antilles

The hosts secured another victory against the Caribbean side.

Costa Rica 2โ€“1  Netherlands Antilles
Grant (1')
Sรกenz (75')
Croes (30')
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Guatemala 6โ€“1 Netherlands Antilles

Guatemala registered a resounding victory in this encounter.

Guatemala 6โ€“1  Netherlands Antilles
Melgar (4', 82')
Salamanca (24', 49')
Valdez (32')
Meulens (54' o.g.)
Regales (22')
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Costa Rica 2โ€“0 Mexico

The hosts continued their strong campaign against Mexico.

Costa Rica 2โ€“0  Mexico
Grant (4')
Sรกenz (33')
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Guatemala 1โ€“0 Mexico

A crucial victory for Guatemala in their pursuit of the title.

Guatemala 1โ€“0  Mexico
Fiรณn (46')
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Costa Rica 5โ€“0 Trinidad and Tobago

A commanding victory for Costa Rica, showcasing their offensive prowess.

Costa Rica 5โ€“0  Trinidad and Tobago
V. Ruiz (10', 59', 65', 75')
Elizondo (88' pen.)
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Guatemala 0โ€“0 Jamaica

A hard-fought draw between Guatemala and Jamaica.

Guatemala 0โ€“0  Jamaica
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Costa Rica 1โ€“1 Guatemala

The decisive final match, where a draw secured the title for Costa Rica.

Costa Rica 1โ€“1  Guatemala
Vaughns (50') Fiรณn (7')
Estadio Nacional, San Josรฉ, Costa Rica

Top Scorers

4 Goals

Costa Rica

3 Goals

Guatemala

3 Goals

Guatemala

2 Goals

Costa Rica

2 Goals

Costa Rica

2 Goals

Costa Rica

2 Goals

Netherlands Antilles

1 Goal

Netherlands Antilles

1 Goal

Netherlands Antilles

1 Goal

Netherlands Antilles

1 Goal

Trinidad and Tobago

1 Goal

Trinidad and Tobago

1 Goal

Trinidad and Tobago

1 Goal

Jamaica

1 Goal

Jamaica

1 Goal

Jamaica

1 Goal

Costa Rica

1 Goal

Costa Rica

1 Goal

Costa Rica

1 Goal

Guatemala

1 Goal

Guatemala

1 Goal

Guatemala

1 Goal

Mexico

1 Goal

Mexico

1 Goal

Mexico

1 Goal

Mexico

1 Own Goal

Jamaica (for Costa Rica)

Championship Awards

Costa Rica

Second title in CONCACAF Championship history.

Guatemala

Strong performance as defending champions.

Netherlands Antilles

Achieved a notable third-place finish.

An exceptional XI was recognized for their outstanding contributions:

Ideal XI by RSSSF
Goalkeeper Rodolfo Umaรฑa
Defenders Erwin Melfor
Horacio Hasse
Walter Elizondo
Midfielders Jaime Grant
Ronald Martis
Forwards Roy Sรกenz
Vรญctor Ruiz
Nelson Melgar
Carlos Regales
Nelson Melgar

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References

References

  1.  RSSSF รขย€ย“ Mexico - International Results Details 1960-1969
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