Immigration tensions dampened Gold Cup atmosphere as protesters rally outside Mexico vs. Dominican Republic match, with fans reporting a more somber mood.

Mexico defeats the Dominican Republic 3-2 in its Gold Cup opener, but fans in attendance were on edge because of recent ICE raids targeting the Latino community.

Mexico defeated the Dominican Republic 3-2 in the opening match of the Concacaf Gold Cup at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, but fears of what could happen involving immigration raids left most of SoFi’s top deck empty and the lower bowl just half-filled.

The soccer organization is in “ongoing communication” with authorities as immigration-raid demonstrations have resulted in troops deployed, violence and curfews.

Defending champion Mexico overcame a slow start to defeat the Dominican Republic 3-2 on in the CONCACAF Gold Cup opener.

Many of the world’s top players and most recognizable names won’t be part of the CONCACAF Gold Cup when it kicks off this weekend. Unlike the World Cup, the Gold Cup often is contested by B and C teams due to vacation,

Gold Cup kicks off this Saturday with the opening match between Mexico and the Dominican Republic at the impressive SoFi Stadium. Beyond the sporting spectacle, the tournament also showcases a significant disparity in the market value of the participating national teams.

Gold Cup opening ceremony will light up SoFi Stadium with vibrant performances, including the powerful anthem "Tocando el cielo", set to energize fans across the region. But who is singing it?