USMNT Reaches Gold Cup Final After Luna Brace

The US Men's National Team advanced to the CONCACAF Gold Cup final after defeating Guatemala 2-1, with Diego Luna scoring twice in the first 15 minutes. Luna, who now has three goals and two assists in the tournament, has stepped up in the absence of regular starters Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie. Guatemala pressured the Americans heavily, outshooting them 13-1 in the last 30 minutes of the first half, but goalkeeper Matt Freese made crucial saves to secure the win. Malik Tillman has impressed with three goals and an assist and is reportedly a target for Bayer Leverkusen. The US will face either Mexico or Honduras in the final, aiming for their eighth Gold Cup title. The team's success highlights a promising new generation ahead of co-hosting the 2026 World Cup.