The nations of the two Cherries met in the early hours of Monday morning, UK time, with Mexico claiming their tenth title after coming from behind to win 2-1.
Adams started for the US in midfield but came off in the 82nd minute with the US trailing by a goal, while Araujo didn’t appear in the squad for Mexico but he did start in the semi-final against Honduras.
The home side started strong, Chris Richards handing them the lead in the fourth minute.
Raul Jimenez equalised shortly before the half an hour mark, before Mexico completed the comeback as Edson Alvarez netted the winning goal from a set piece with 13 minutes to play, breaking the deadlock.
Adams played 82 minutes as the USA were beaten (Image: Richard Crease) The Americans were unable to generate a clear chance to secure an extra time spot, as Weston McKennie and Timothy Weah both missed the final, with both players at the Club World Cup with Juventus.
Last night's game marked the eighth time the countries have met in the final of the tournament, with Mexico taking advantage of a 6-2 lead in those games, with Mexico's second consecutive victory in the tournament.
This was the two sides last major tournament until the World Cup 2026, with both teams qualified as hosts, along with Canada.