Read about the United States’ disappointing loss to Panama in the Gold Cup semifinals, marking the first time since 2015 that the US team will not compete in the final. Learn how tired legs affected the game and how Panama secured their spot in the final. Let see about USA vs Panama score, result, highlights as USMNT eliminated from Gold Cup on penalties in semifinals.
United States Falls to Panama on Penalties, Misses Gold Cup Final for First Time Since 2015
In an unexpected change of events, the US national team was eliminated from the Gold Cup final for the first time in eight years. Following a 1-1 tie, Panama emerged victors in a penalty shootout, leaving US supporters unhappy.
The Americans struggled to sustain their energy levels as fatigued legs took their toll in their second continuous lengthy contest. After Ian Anderson’s earlier goal had given Panama the lead, Jesus Ferreira’s spectacular strike in the 105th minute managed to level the game. Unfortunately, the US team’s efforts in their quest for triumph fell short.
Interim head coach BJ Callaghan was forced to depend on a reserve lineup for this vital encounter because the starters had just recently represented the national team in the Nations League. The players’ weariness and lack of cohesion resulted in a subpar performance, similar to their last quarterfinal encounter against Canada, in which they nearly avoided defeat owing to custodian Matt Turner’s heroics in the penalty shootout. However, luck was not on their favour this time.
Matt Turner produced a spectacular save against Christian Martinez in the clinching penalty shootout. Both Jesus Ferreira and Christian Roldan, though, failed to convert their penalties, as Orlando Mosquera made important saves to keep Panama in the final.
Panama’s victory is their first in the Gold Cup final since 2005, and they now have a historic chance to win the CONCACAF tournament for the first time.
While the United States mourns its surprise failure, football fans are looking forward to an entertaining final between Panama and a yet-to-be-determined opposition.
USA vs Panama final score:
| Score (AET) | Goal scorers | |
| USA | 1 | Jesus Ferreira (105′) |
| PANAMA | 1 | I. Anderson (99′) |
Penalty Shootout:
| R1 | R2 | R3 | R4 | R5 | R6 | |
| USA | X | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | X |
| PANAMA | 0 | 0 | X | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Starting lineups:
USA (4-3-3, right to left): 1. Turner (GK) — 5. Reynolds (Yedlin, 63′), 12. M. Robinson, 3. Long (Miazga, 73′), 15. D. Jones (Tolkin, 104′) — 6. Busio (Gressel, 104′), 8. Sands, 14. Mihailovic — 9. Ferreira, 19. Vazquez (J. Morris, 73′), 11. Cowell (Roldan, 63′).
Panama (3-4-3, right to left): 22. Mosquera (GK) — 4. Escobar, 3. Cummings, 16. Andrade — 10. Barcenas, 8. Carrasquilla, 20. Godoy (Welch, 102′), 15. Davis (I. Anderson, 90+1′) — 17. Fajardo (C. Martinez, 80′), 19. Quintero (Waterman, 80′), 11. Diaz.
Stats Summary: USA / PAN
- Shots: 14 / 12
- Shots on Goal: 3 / 5
- Offside: 1 / 4
- Corner Kicks: 2 / 3
- Saves: 4 / 2
- Fouls: 12 / 12
Penalty Kick Summary:
USA: Jesús Ferreira (saved), Cristian Roldan (saved), Djordje Mihailovic (goal, Julian Gressel (goal), Matt Miazga (goal), ), Jordan Morris (goal).
PAN: Fidel Escobar (goal), Ismael Diaz (goal), Adalberto Carrasquilla (goal), Cecilio Waterman (goal), Cristian Martinez (saved), Edgar Barcenas (goal)
When is the USMNT vs. Panama Gold Cup semifinal match?
Wednesday’s game between the U.S. men and Panama is at 7:30 p.m. ET at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego.
How to watch USA vs Panama live stream, TV channel
For USA
- Date: Wed, July 12, 2023.
- Time (ET): 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT).
- TV Channel: FS1, Univision, TUDN.
- Streaming: Fubo, Fox Sports site/app, TUDN site/app
The match between the United States and Panama will be broadcast on FS1 (English) and Univision and TUDN (Spanish) in the United States. Fubo, which provides a free trial to new customers, has all three channels available for streaming.
For CANADA
- Date: Wed, July 12, 2023
- Time (ET): 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT)
- TV channel: Telus Optik TV (Channel 980)
- Streaming: Fubo Corporate, OneSoccer site/app also on TV
2023 Gold Cup bracket
Concacaf Gold Cup history
- 2003: Mexico
- 2005: United States
- 2007: United States
- 2009: Mexico
- 2011: Mexico
- 2013: United States
- 2015: Mexico
- 2017: United States
- 2019: Mexico
- 2021: United States
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USMNT’s Unforgettable Gold Cup Run Ends in Penalty Shootout Loss to Panama
- Discover the USMNT’s historic back-to-back matches in extra time and shootouts, Jesús Ferreira’s impressive goal record, and key player milestones in the 2023 Gold Cup. Despite a 5-3 shootout loss, the USMNT maintains a strong record against Panama and in Gold Cup knockout rounds.
- The US Men’s National Team (USMNT) made history in the 2023 Gold Cup, playing consecutive extra time sessions and shootouts for the first time ever. Jesús Ferreira shone with his tournament-leading seventh goal, matching Clint Dempsey’s record for most goals by a US player in a single edition of the confederation championship.
- Ferreira’s remarkable goal was his 15th for the national team, tying him with Cobi Jones for 14th place in all-time scoring. Additionally, it marked his 12th goal in official competition, placing him alongside Michael Bradley.
- Jordan Morris provided a crucial assist on Ferreira’s goal, while goalkeeper Matt Turner showcased his skills, making his 10th Gold Cup appearance and fifth penalty kick save for the USMNT. James Sands, on the other hand, became the sixth player to feature in 11 consecutive Gold Cup matches.
- Despite the loss, the USMNT maintains an impressive record against Panama, with a 17-2-7 overall record. Furthermore, their performance in Gold Cup knockout rounds stands at 29-8-7, and their semifinal record stands at 11-3-2.
- While the USMNT’s journey in the 2023 Gold Cup may have come to an end, their resilient efforts and notable player milestones have left a lasting impact.