Panama Shockingly Defeats USMNT 1-0, Advances to Nations League Final

In a stunning upset, Panama defeated the United States 1-0 in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal, ending the U.S.'s chance for a fourth consecutive title. Cecilio Waterman scored the decisive goal in the fourth minute of stoppage time, capitalizing on a U.S. turnover, which marked Panama's third consecutive competitive victory over the Americans. Despite dominating possession and creating several scoring opportunities, including a disallowed goal due to offside, the U.S. could not convert. This loss is a significant setback for the U.S. men's national team as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup and the upcoming CONCACAF Gold Cup. Panama's victory propels them to the final, where they will face either Canada or Mexico, seeking their first title in the competition's history. Coach Mauricio Pochettino's team will play in a third-place match against the losing team from the other semifinal.