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
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 2 | +11 | 9 |
| 2 |
|
5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 2 | +8 | 8 |
| 3 |
|
5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 12 | โ3 | 5 |
| 4 |
|
5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | โ1 | 4 |
| 5 |
|
5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 12 | โ8 | 3 |
| 6 |
|
5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 10 | โ7 | 1 |
Match Highlights
Costa Rica 3โ0 Jamaica
The tournament commenced with a dominant performance by the hosts.
Guatemala 2โ0 Trinidad and Tobago
Guatemala secured a vital win early in the tournament.
Costa Rica 2โ1 Netherlands Antilles
The hosts secured another victory against the Caribbean side.
Guatemala 6โ1 Netherlands Antilles
Guatemala registered a resounding victory in this encounter.
Costa Rica 2โ0 Mexico
The hosts continued their strong campaign against Mexico.
Guatemala 1โ0 Mexico
A crucial victory for Guatemala in their pursuit of the title.
Costa Rica 5โ0 Trinidad and Tobago
A commanding victory for Costa Rica, showcasing their offensive prowess.
Guatemala 0โ0 Jamaica
A hard-fought draw between Guatemala and Jamaica.
Costa Rica 1โ1 Guatemala
The decisive final match, where a draw secured the title for 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:
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References
References
- RSSSF รขยย Mexico - International Results Details 1960-1969
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