The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) will face Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals on Thursday, March 20th, at 7 PM PT at SoFi Stadium in California. A victory would send them to the final on March 23rd. The USMNT is aiming for a historic fourth consecutive Nations League title, boasting six straight wins under Mauricio Pochettino.
Their recent 3-0 friendly victory over Costa Rica demonstrates their current form and readiness for the high-stakes encounter. The team is highly motivated to continue its winning streak and secure another trophy for the team. This will require a strong performance, however, and will not be easy.
Panama, led by Thomas Christiansen, is hoping to cause an upset against the favored USMNT. Having eliminated Costa Rica in the quarterfinals, they are confident of their chances despite being the underdogs. However, their recent 1-6 friendly loss against Chile indicates that further improvements are required to challenge the strong and highly motivated USMNT.
The team will be looking to improve its performance and gain confidence from its recent victory. The team will need to show great resilience and determination to overcome the challenges presented.
Match details and potential lineups
The semifinal match will be played on Thursday, March 20th, 2025, at 7 PM PT at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. A likely starting lineup for the USMNT features a blend of experience and young talent:
USA (4-3-3): Matt Turner; Scally, McKenzie, Ream, Robinson; McKennie, Tessmann; Musah, Pulisic, Weah; Sargent. Coach: Mauricio Pochettino
Panama (4-3-3): Mosquera; Escobar, Fariña, Córdoba, Blackman; Godoy, Martínez, Carrasquilla; Rodríguez, Fajardo, Díaz. Coach: Thomas Christiansen
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The high-stakes encounter represents a critical step towards winning the CONCACAF Nations League. Both teams will strive for a strong performance and a victory to advance to the final. The outcome of this match will have a significant influence on the tournament’s progression.
