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USMNT 2-1 Guatemala

The USMNT had an excellent start to the semifinal as they took the lead in the 4th minute. Diego Luna, one of the brightest young stars of the USMNT, scored the opener as his instinct to steal the ball in the box paid off when a quick finish past Kenderson Navarro.

Guatemala created chances to score but were inefficient in finishing their opportunities. Luna punished Guatemala again in the 15th minute after a great shot fired just outside the box. 

The USMNT were 2-0 up before the 20th minute mark, but Guatemala kept threatening the U.S. goal. Matt Freese made three saves in the first half as Guatemala pushed for a goal.

Second Half

Guatemala kept on trying to score against the USMNT, but their finishing left a lot to be desired. La Azul y Blanco side was taking many shots, but the majority of them were off target.

In the 80th minute, Guatemala got a goal back as Olger Escobar placed the ball in the bottom corner past Freese. The 18-year-old woke up the Energizer Park as Guatemala fans erupted with joy.

Freese made a pivotal save at the end of the game as Jose Morales took a great shot on target. Guatemala couldn't find the equalizer, and the USMNT reached the Gold Cup final for the first time since 2021.