On Thursday night, Panama defeated the U.S. men's national team 2-1 in a Copa America group stage match that saw a red card for each team. The USMNT was reduced to 10 players in the 18th minute after Timothy Weah was given a straight red card. Despite taking an early lead, the USMNT was unable to hold on as Panama scored two goals while dominating possession for much of the game. The result puts the USMNT and Panama tied on points in Group C and in a battle for second place.
Panama Shocks United States in Copa America Group Stage
In a thrilling Copa America group stage match on Thursday night, Panama upset the United States men's national soccer team 2-1, despite playing a large portion of the game with 10 men.
Match Summary
The game started disastrously for the USMNT when Timothy Weah was shown a straight red card in the 18th minute for a reckless challenge. Despite the early setback, the Americans took the lead through Daryl Dike's goal in the 55th minute. However, Panama rallied with Eder Balanta equalizing in the 74th minute before Gabriel Torres scored the winner in the 87th minute.
Panama dominated possession for much of the game, and the USMNT struggled to create clear-cut chances with a man down. The result leaves both teams tied on points in Group C, with Panama holding a slight advantage on goal difference.
Background
The United States and Panama have a long and heated rivalry in soccer. The two nations have met 15 times, with the USMNT holding a 9-3-3 record.
The most recent meeting before Thursday's match was in the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals in 2019. The USMNT won that game 1-0, but the match was marred by controversial officiating and post-match comments from the Panamanian coach.
Top 5 FAQs
Why was Timothy Weah sent off? Weah was shown a straight red card for a reckless challenge on Panama's Adalberto Carrasquilla. The challenge was deemed to be dangerous and reckless, and the referee had no hesitation in sending Weah off.
How did Panama manage to win with 10 men? Panama dominated possession for much of the game and created more chances than the USMNT. The Americans struggled to create clear-cut chances with a man down, and Panama took advantage of their opportunities.
What does the result mean for the USMNT? The result leaves the USMNT in a difficult position in Group C. They are now tied on points with Panama and need a win in their final game against Canada to qualify for the quarterfinals.
What does the result mean for Panama? The result is a huge boost for Panama. They now have a great chance of qualifying for the quarterfinals and could even win the group if they beat Canada in their final game.
What is the history of the rivalry between the United States and Panama? The United States and Panama have a long and heated rivalry in soccer. The two nations have met 15 times, with the USMNT holding a 9-3-3 record. The most recent meeting before Thursday's match was in the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals in 2019, which the USMNT won 1-0.
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