The international friendly between El Salvador and Guatemala at Chattanooga’s Finley Stadium on June, 2025, ended in a dramatic 1-1 draw, leaving fans on both sides with plenty to talk about.
Guatemala struck first, with Darwin Lom finding the net in the 41st minute to give his team a 1-0 lead heading into halftime El Salvador responded with increased pressure in the second half, eventually breaking through with an equalizer in the 89th minute, ensuring the match finished level The game featured several yellow cards, reflecting the intensity and rivalry between the two Central American squads.
Both teams used the friendly to test lineups and strategies ahead of upcoming regional competitions, but the late goal and physical play made this encounter anything but routine. The draw continues a pattern of closely contested matches between El Salvador and Guatemala, keeping fans guessing about which side will gain the upper hand in future clashes.
