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The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) is set to face Panama tonight, March 20, 2025, in the semifinals of the Concacaf Nations League. The match will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time (4:00 p.m. Pacific Time).
Broadcast and Streaming Information:
English-Language Broadcast: The match will be available to stream live on Paramount+.
Spanish-Language Broadcast: Viewers can watch the game on Univision.
Match Preview:
The USMNT enters this semifinal aiming to defend their Nations League title under the guidance of head coach Mauricio Pochettino. The team secured their spot in the semifinals with a 5-2 aggregate victory over Jamaica in the quarterfinals.
Panama, coached by Thomas Christiansen, has been a formidable opponent in recent years. Notably, Panama defeated the U.S. during the group stage of the 2024 Copa América, contributing to the USMNT's early exit from the tournament. However, in their most recent encounter, the U.S. emerged victorious with a 2-0 win in a friendly match in October 2024, marking Pochettino's debut as head coach.
Team News:
The USMNT has made several roster adjustments due to injuries. Defenders Antonee Robinson and Auston Trusty, along with midfielder Johnny Cardoso, have withdrawn from the squad. They have been replaced by Max Arfsten, Brian Gutiérrez, and Jack McGlynn. Key players like forward Christian Pulisic and midfielder Weston McKennie are expected to feature prominently, bringing experience and skill to the lineup.
Panama's squad includes notable talents such as goalkeepers Luis Mejía and Orlando Mosquera, defenders José Córdoba and Fidel Escobar, midfielders Adalberto Carrasquilla and Aníbal Godoy, and forwards Ismael Díaz and José Fajardo. Despite the absence of key players like Édgar Yoel Bárcenas and Michael Murillo due to injuries, Panama remains optimistic and committed to delivering a strong performance.
Stakes:
The winner of this semifinal will advance to the final on March 23, facing the victor of the other semifinal between Canada and Mexico. The USMNT aims to secure their fourth consecutive Nations League title, while Panama seeks to capitalize on their recent successes and challenge the reigning champions.
Fans can anticipate a competitive and thrilling match as both teams vie for a spot in the final.
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