USMNT Vs. Panama in Crucial Copa América Matchup

On June 27, 2024, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) took on Panama in their second group stage match of the 2024 Copa América. This pivotal game held at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, kicked off at 6 p.m. ET.

Starting Lineups

The USMNT fielded the same starting eleven that faced Bolivia in their previous match. Matt Turner guarded the goal, with Chris Richards, Tyler Adams, Antonee Robinson, and Tim Ream forming the defensive line. Gio Reyna, Weston McKennie, and Christian Pulisic (Captain) anchored the midfield, while Folarin Balogun, Tim Weah, and Joe Scally led the attack.

Key Match Notes

• This starting lineup boasts the highest average caps under Gregg Berhalter’s coaching tenure.
• The back four of Robinson, Ream, Richards, and Scally have started together for four consecutive matches, a feat not achieved since the 2011 Concacaf Gold Cup.
• Tim Ream earned his 50th start for the USMNT in his 60th cap.
• Christian Pulisic captained the team for the 25th time.
• Pulisic’s impressive record against Panama includes four career goals.
• The forward trio of Balogun, Pulisic, and Weah have been involved in 19 goal contributions in their nine matches together.

High Stakes

A win against Panama, coupled with a favorable result in the Uruguay-Bolivia match, would guarantee the USMNT’s advancement to the quarterfinals.

The match was officiated by Iván Barton of El Salvador, who has previously overseen six USMNT games, with the U.S. winning five and drawing one.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the USMNT’s lineup, key players, and the significance of this match in the Copa América tournament.