Guatemala vs Suriname — Preview & Prediction | World Cup Qualifiers 2025/26

Guatemala vs Suriname — Match Preview

Suriname is 90 minutes away from history. They travel to Guatemala City for their final group match in the driver’s seat for a spot at the 2026 World Cup. Led by their heroic captain, Tjaronn Chery, Suriname sits 1st in the group (9 pts, +5 GD), just ahead of Panama (9 pts, +2 GD). The maths is simple: a win for Suriname guarantees their first-ever World Cup appearance.

This is a match of polar-opposite momentums. Suriname is flying high, coming off a “perfect” 4-0 thrashing of El Salvador where Chery scored twice.

Guatemala, meanwhile, is playing for pride in front of a heartbroken home crowd. Their dream ended just days ago in a gut-wrenching 3-2 loss to Panama. Now officially eliminated, Los Chapines have one final, painful job: to act as “spoilers” and prevent Suriname from celebrating on their home turf at the Estadio Doroteo Guamuch Flores.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Quick Match Info

Fixture: Guatemala vs. Suriname
Competition: CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers (Third Round, Group A)
Venue: Estadio Doroteo Guamuch Flores, Guatemala City
Date: 19 November 2025
Time: 01:00 UTC (20 Nov) / 06:30 IST (20 Nov)
Prediction: Guatemala 1-2 Suriname
Key Narrative: Suriname needs one win to make history and qualify for the World Cup. Guatemala is already eliminated and playing only for pride.

Guatemala vs Suriname — What’s at Stake

For Guatemala: Only pride. They are mathematically eliminated. After a painful campaign, this is their last chance to give their passionate home fans a single positive result and prove they can compete with the group leaders.
For Suriname: Everything. A win sends them to the World Cup. A draw might be enough, but it would require Panama to also draw or lose. They control their own destiny, and they are not just playing for a draw; they are playing for the win that makes them legends.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Team Form

Guatemala (Last 5 Qualifiers): L-L-W-D-L

Eliminated. Their form has collapsed at the end.
Just lost a crushing 3-2 match to Panama.
Lost the reverse fixture 1-0 to Suriname in October.
Their only win in the group was against the last-place team, El Salvador.

Suriname (Last 5 Qualifiers): W-D-W-D-W

Red hot and Unbeaten. They are the undefeated leaders of the group.
Coming off a massive, confident 4-0 victory over El Salvador.
They have shown they can win tough games (1-0 vs. Guatemala) and win big (4-0 vs. El Salvador).

Guatemala vs Suriname — Team News

Guatemala — Team News

THE HANGOVER: There are no major injuries, but the team is “psychologically” damaged after their 3-2 loss to Panama. The manager may rotate the squad to give younger, hungrier players a chance.
KEY PLAYER: Oscar Santis (FW) remains their most creative and dangerous player.

Suriname — Team News

FULL STRENGTH: Suriname reports a fully fit squad, with no suspensions.
IN FORM: Captain Tjaronn Chery (MID) is in the form of his life, having scored twice in the 4-0 win. Strikers Gleofilo Vlijter and Jeredy Hilterman are also fit and ready.
IMPACT: They are at full strength, full of confidence, and ready to attack.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Predicted Lineups

Guatemala (4-4-2)

GK: Hagen
DEF: Arreola, Pinto, Samayoa, Morales
MID: Castellanos, Saravia, Santis, Galindo
FW: Rubin, Garcia(Note: Expect a lineup motivated by pride, but they may be rotated).

Suriname (4-3-3)

GK: Hahn
DEF: Leerdam, Pinas, Malone, Haps
MID: Chery, R. Bazoer, V. Bazoer
FW: Vlijter, Becker, Jozefzoon(Note: This is the aggressive, technical lineup that beat El Salvador 4-0).

Guatemala vs Suriname — Spotlight Players

Tjaronn Chery (Suriname): The captain, the leader, the hero. The 37-year-old is playing the best football of his career and is on a personal mission to drag his nation to the World Cup. He is the man who will control the game.
Gleofilo Vlijter (Suriname): The primary goal threat. His pace and direct running will be a nightmare for a Guatemalan defence that has nothing but pride to play for.
Oscar Santis (Guatemala): Their most dynamic attacker. He is the one player who can create a goal out of nothing for the home side. He will be playing to give the fans one last moment of joy.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Head to Head

Suriname has a clear psychological edge in this rivalry, having dominated the recent meetings.

Oct 14, 2025: Suriname 1–0 Guatemala
Oct 11, 2021: Guatemala 1–1 Suriname
Sep 5, 2019: Suriname 2–1 Guatemala
Suriname is unbeaten in their last 3 matches against Guatemala (2 Wins, 1 Draw).

Guatemala vs Suriname — Tactical Outlook

Guatemala Tactical Approach

Playing for Pride: With no pressure, manager Luis Fernando Tena may instruct his team to play a more open, attacking game for the home fans.
The “Spoiler” Role: Their main motivation will be to be physical, disrupt Suriname’s rhythm, and prevent them from celebrating in their stadium.
Weakness: Morale is at an all-time low. If they concede first, the team could collapse.

Suriname Tactical Approach

Confident 4-3-3: They will not “park the bus” or play for a draw. They are in form, their attack is firing, and they know a win guarantees their spot.
Chery in Control: Expect them to play their Dutch-influenced, technical style, with everything flowing through their captain, Tjaronn Chery, in midfield.
Attack is the Best Defence: They know Panama is hunting for goals, so their best strategy is to score 1-2 goals early and put all the pressure back on Panama.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Key Battles

Matchup	Battle Type	Edge
Tjaronn Chery vs. Guatemala’s Midfield	Technical Control vs. Pride	Suriname
Gleofilo Vlijter vs. Guatemala’s CBs	Pace vs. Motivation	Suriname
Oscar Santis vs. Suriname’s Defence	Creativity vs. Organisation	Even
Suriname’s Nerves vs. History	Psychological	Suriname

Guatemala vs Suriname — Statistical Snapshot

Metric	Guatemala	Suriname
Group Position	3rd (6 pts, +1 GD)	1st (9 pts, +5 GD)
Status	ELIMINATED	Fighting for 1st
Goals For / Conceded	8 GF / 7 GA	9 GF / 4 GA
H2H (Last 3)	0 Wins, 1 Draw, 2 Losses	2 Wins, 1 Draw, 0 Losses
Last Match	3-2 Loss vs. Panama	4-0 Win vs. El Salvador

Guatemala vs Suriname — Fan Reactions

Guatemala Fans:

“We’re out. This is painful. At least spoil the party for Suriname.”
“Don’t let them celebrate in our stadium! Play for the shirt, for honor!”
“The 3-2 loss to Panama was the end. This match is just a formality.”

Suriname Fans:

“THIS IS IT! 90 MINUTES FROM THE WORLD CUP! I CAN’T BREATHE!”
“We just need one more win! Chery is our king! Let’s finish the job!”
“Don’t get complacent. Guatemala has nothing to lose. We must be professional and win.”

Guatemala vs Suriname — Where to Watch

USA: Paramount+, Fubo, Universo
UK: CONCACAF YouTube (TBC)
India: (No confirmed broadcast, likely not available)
Guatemala: Tigo Sports
Suriname: (TBC)

Guatemala vs Suriname — Match-Defining Factors

Motivation: This is the biggest mismatch. Suriname is playing for their single greatest sporting achievement. Guatemala is playing to end a failed campaign. The difference in desire will be massive.
Tjaronn Chery: The 37-year-old captain is in the form of his life. A deflated Guatemalan midfield will struggle to contain him.
The First Goal: If Suriname scores early, the match is over. Guatemala will likely collapse. If Guatemala holds them to 0-0 at halftime, the nerves might start to set in for Suriname.
The H2H Psychological Edge: Suriname has already beaten Guatemala 1-0 in this campaign. They know they can do it again.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Prediction

Guatemala 1–2 Suriname

Why:

This match will be decided by one thing: motivation. Suriname is playing for history. Guatemala is playing for pride, but their morale is shattered. Suriname is in red-hot form, has the best player on the pitch (Chery), and has already beaten this exact opponent.

Guatemala will put up a fight for their home fans—they may even score—but Suriname simply wants it more. They will not be denied.

Guatemala vs Suriname — Final Word

This is a script from a movie. A tiny nation, led by its veteran captain, is on the brink of a miracle. The only thing standing in their way is a heartbroken, eliminated rival. History is calling for Suriname.

Guatemala vs Suriname — FAQs

Q1: What time is the match?

06:30 AM IST on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Q2: What does Suriname need to qualify for the World Cup?

A win guarantees their spot. A draw is also likely enough (if Panama fails to win or make up a large goal difference).

Q3: Is Guatemala eliminated?

Yes. They are in 3rd place and cannot qualify.

Q4: Who is the star player?

For Suriname, it is their captain, Tjaronn Chery. For Guatemala, it is their attacker, Oscar Santis.

Q5: Who won the last match between them?

Suriname beat Guatemala 1-0 in October 2025.

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