The United States men's national team may have lost four consecutive matches in all competitions, but kicking off the Concacaf Gold Cup facing Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday is a chance to refocus.

Edson Alvarez stars as Mexico edges the Dominican Republic 3-2 in a thrilling opener to kick off their title defence with all three points.

Sporting a tapestry of tattoos and a curly mustache, the stocky prospect has captured Coach Mauricio Pochettino’s heart this year with his hunger and skill in a program lacking both of late.