Panama recorded a historic victory over the United States and is competing in Group C of the Copa America.

Second date Group C belonging America’s Cup It all started with a great show they animated. USA And Panama in that Mercedes-Benz Stadium. After a convincing debut against Boliviateam led Gregg Berhalter He tried to impose conditions on a team that was presented as one of the weakest in the tournament.

Although Canaleros They got their first chance to open the scoring with a superb cyclist kick by Edgar Yoel Barcenasthe local team managed to open the scoring early thanks to a stopped ball. Center Christian Pulisic found the head Chris Richards and a series of rebounds into the post and crossbar allowed him Weston McKenney inflate the network. However, the referee Salvador, Ivan Arcides, Barton Cisneros, The victory was annulled due to VAR intervention as the forward position was visible on the monitors Richards.

Before reaching the first quarter of an hour, the duel was all over. Difficult transition Cesar Blackman With Matt Turner left the goalkeeper with a shoulder injury which seemed to jeopardize his participation in the rest of the match (he was replaced at half-time Ethan Horvath). And a few moments later, Timothy Weah He was sent off for attacking without the ball. Eduardo Guerrero. A punch that left the homeowner outnumbered.

Despite the disability, the cast Stars and Stripes managed to take the lead thanks to a superb strike Folarin Balogun. Offensive offensive Anthony Robinson played a decisive role in winning over the young forward Monaco.

Those commanded by the Spaniards did not resign at all. Thomas Christiansen They stuck to the idea of ​​disrespecting their opponents until Cesar Blackman They found the tie after playing a major role in a heroic offensive raid. The midfielder, who had moved from full-back to the right flank, reached the center forward position to touch the post and break the opposition’s resistance. Turner. A mental injection that allowed us to imagine the Central American feat in a northern country.

As part of the lineup, Panama had the opportunity to strike. There was a time Cameron Carter-Vickers rushed against Jose Fajardo Nelson and the Salvadoran referee awarded a penalty. However, VAR intervention required Ivan Arcides Barton Cisneros view the action through a small screen, and the referee reversed his decision because the American defender never made contact. The fight was still a draw.

At the time of closure, the situation looked like this: Canaleros with absolute dominance in the attacking position and USA bet on counterattacks. The clearest thing happened after the exquisite change of the façade. Anthony Robinson for the speed of Johnny, who stood facing the right sector and served Ricardo Pepi. Only due to poor front resolution PSV belonging Netherlands, Orlando Mosquera he held the ball.

As was the case throughout the match, the emotions continued until the final moments. Abdiel Ayarza for arrival Jose Fajardo Nelson This sealed Panama’s victory and kept alive its hopes of reaching the eighth best stage of the continental competition. A historic victory, considering that the North American team had never lost to a team from Concacaf V America’s Cup.

Criminal blow Adalberto Carrasquilla against Christian Pulisic resulted in both teams finishing with 10 players. And another violent intervention Freddy Gondola O Josh Sargent could have led to another penalty in stoppage time.

Now those from Thomas Christiansen They will seek heroic classification against Boliviathe most vulnerable team in the competition, while USA there is a tough battle ahead Uruguayone of the contenders for this title. The result is Atlanta This will certainly be decisive in the future of both teams.

Trainings:

Panama: Orlando Mosquera, Cesar Blackman, Roderick Miller, Jose Cordoba, Edgardo Fariña, Eric Davis, Michael Murillo, Christian Martinez, Adalberto Carrasquilla, Edgar Yoel Barcenas and Eduardo Guerrero DT: Thomas Christiansen.

USA: Matt Turner, Joseph Scully, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Anthony Robinson, Weston McKenney, Tyler Adams, Giovanni Reyna, Timothy Weah, Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic. DT: Gregg Berhalter.

Stadium: Mercedes Benz (Atlanta)

Judge: Ivan Barton (Salvador)

VAR: Tatiana Guzman (Nicaragua)

Hour: 19

A television: TyC Sports and DSports

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