Suriname and Guatemala played out a 1-1 draw in a CONCACAF FIFA World Cup qualification match on October 11, 2025. The result at the Dr. Ir. Franklin Essed Stadion in Paramaribo saw both teams share the points in a tightly contested encounter that leaves their group standing finely balanced. Suriname opened the scoring in the first half, capitalizing on home advantage to put pressure on the Guatemalan defense. Guatemala responded resiliently after the break, finding an equalizer to secure a valuable away point. The match was characterized by disciplined defensive structures from both sides, with few clear-cut chances created. This result represents a solid, if unspectacular, start to the qualification campaign for each nation, as they aim to build momentum in a competitive group where every point will be crucial in the race for a World Cup berth.