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Panama Shocks U.S. with Stoppage-Time Semifinal Victory

3/21/2025

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In a stunning upset, Panama edged out the United States 1-0 in the Concacaf Nations League semifinal, shattering the U.S.'s three-year title streak. Cecilio Waterman clinched victory with a dramatic stoppage-time goal. Despite controlling the game, the U.S. couldn't find the net, leaving Coach Mauricio Pochettino under fire as they gear up for a crucial third-place match.

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In a stunning upset, Panama edged out the United States 1-0 in the Concacaf Nations League semifinal, shattering the U.S.'s three-year title streak. Cecilio Waterman clinched victory with a dramatic stoppage-time goal. Despite controlling the game, the U.S. couldn't find the net, leaving Coach Mauricio Pochettino under fire as they gear up for a crucial third-place match.