USMNT defeats Guatemala 2-1, reaches Gold Cup final

The Americans face Mexico in the final on Sunday

Jul 03, 2025

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**Diego Luna (right) celebrates one of his two goals. Photo courtesy of U.S. Soccer**

Diego Luna scored twice in the opening 15 minutes to lift the United States to a 2-1 win over Guatemala in the Gold Cup semifinals on Wednesday night, securing the Americans a spot in their record 13th tournament final.

The match, played in front of a packed crowd of 22,42…

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