Currently hosting the Copa America for the second time, the USMNT will be hoping to use their home pitch advantage to full effect as they seek to make a deep run in this summer's competition. Gregg Berhalter's men have gotten their tournament off to a fine start following a 2-0 win over Bolivia on matchday one, albeit there are some critics who feel that the Stars and Stripes should have converted more of their opportunities in front of goal.
The match saw star man Christian Pulisic grab a goal as well as an assist for Folarin Balogun as the Copa America hosts raced into an early 2-0 lead. They did take their foot off the gas quite a bit in the second half, but were fortunate that their opponents were not able to really present any sort of threat. Next up for Team USA will be a clash against Panama, who come into this match having being thoroughly beaten 3-1 by Uruguay on matchday one.
Despite conceding an early goal, Panama appeared to be slowly finding their footing and a way back into the tie. However, a shocking collapse late in the second half saw them quickly concede two goals, and although they were able to pull one back during stoppage time, it turned out to be a mere consolation goal. They have now lost back to back international fixtures, and a loss on Thursday will pretty much spell the end of their run at this year's Copa America - especially if Uruguay pick up all three points during their game against Bolivia.
Team news: Panama vs USMNT
Panama: No injury concerns for Panama heading into this match.
USMNT: The USMNT also do not have any new injury concerns ahead of this game.
Match facts: Panama vs USMNT
- The USMNT have lost just once to Panama on home turf in regular time - a 2-1 defeat during the 2011 Gold Cup
- Overall, the USMNT are unbeaten in 22 of their last 26 meetings against Panama dating back to 1993 (W18 D4)
Broadcast info: Panama vs USMNT
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