13th Match: Panama vs USA – Copa America 2024

VAR, Inconsistent Refereeing, Weah Poor Decision, 1-1 First Half

Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
Wednesday, June 27th, 2024

Attendance: TBD
Updated 6:33 PM EST, June 27th, 2024

ATLANTA (OleMundo.com) —

Copa America 2024: Panama vs USA

Match Report: Panama vs. Mexico – First Half

The 12th match of Copa America 2024 witnessed a thrilling encounter between Panama and the USA at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

The match kicked off with high intensity from both sides, and the early moments set the tone for an action-packed first half.

Key Events:

1′ – First Half Begins

The game started with both teams eager to make an early impact.

5′ – GOAL! Panama 0, USA 1

Weston McKennie (USA) opened the scoring with a left-footed shot from the center of the box following a set-piece situation. The early goal gave the USA a quick lead and momentum.

8′ – VAR Decision

A VAR check was conducted to review the goal scored by Weston McKennie. The goal is overturned, offsides on Tim Ream. It looked to me like the header may have came off the Panamanian player rather than USA’s Richards, which would have neutralized the offsides call.

17′ – VAR Decision

The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) was called into action again to review an incident involving Timothy Weah (USA). After the review, Weah’s card was upgraded, resulting in a red card for violent conduct. This decision left the USA with ten men on the field.

18′ – Red Card

Timothy Weah (USA) was shown a red card for violent conduct, reducing the USA to ten players and giving Panama a numerical advantage.

22′ – GOAL! Panama 0, USA 1

Folarin Balogun (USA) doubled the lead for the USA with a left-footed shot from the left side of the box. The goal showcased Balogun’s clinical finishing and put the USA in a commanding position.

26′ – GOAL! Panama 1, USA 1

César Blackman (Panama) responded for Panama with a spectacular left-footed shot from outside the box, leveling the score at 1-1. This goal reignited Panama’s hopes and energized their supporters.

33′ – Yellow Card

Antonee Robinson (USA) received a yellow card for a bad foul, adding to the USA’s disciplinary issues in the first half.

46’ Yellow card

Eduardo Guerrero (Panama) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

The first half concluded with both teams locked at 1-1, setting up an exciting second half to come. The USA will need to adjust their strategy, playing with ten men for the remainder of the match, while Panama will look to capitalize on their numerical advantage. Stay tuned for more updates and the second half of this intense Copa America clash.

Match Ends: Panama 2, USA 1

The second half of the thrilling encounter between Panama and the USA at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, continued with high drama and decisive moments. Both teams made several substitutions at the start of the second half, aiming to strengthen their positions and impact the game’s outcome.

Key Events:

46′ – Second Half Begins
The second half commenced with the score tied at 1-1.

46′ – Substitutions (USA)

Ethan Horvath replaced Matt Turner. (INJURY)
Cameron Carter-Vickers replaced Giovanni Reyna.
Johnny replaced Tyler Adams.

46′ – Substitution (Panama)
José Fajardo replaced Eduardo Guerrero.

60′ – Substitution (Panama)
Freddy Góndola replaced César Blackman.

64′ – VAR Decision
A VAR check was conducted to review a potential penalty for Panama. The review created a tense atmosphere, but the decision was ultimately not in Panama’s favor.

72′ – Substitution (USA)
Ricardo Pepi replaced Folarin Balogun, as the USA looked to freshen up their attacking options.

76′ – Substitution (Panama)
Abdiel Ayarza replaced Cristian Martínez.

83′ – GOAL! Panama 2, USA 1
José Fajardo (Panama) scored with a right-footed shot from the center of the box, putting Panama ahead 2-1. This goal shifted the momentum firmly in Panama’s favor as the match approached its conclusion.

86′ – Substitution (USA)
Josh Sargent replaced Tim Ream, as the USA desperately searched for an equalizer.

88′ – Red Card
Adalberto Carrasquilla (Panama) was shown a red card for violent conduct, reducing Panama to ten men and offering the USA a late glimmer of hope.

89′ – Yellow Card
Chris Richards (USA) was shown a yellow card, adding to the USA’s disciplinary record in the match.

92′ – Yellow Card
Edgardo Fariña (Panama) received a yellow card for a bad foul, increasing the tension in the dying minutes of the game.

93′ – Yellow Card
Freddy Góndola (Panama) was also shown a yellow card for a bad foul, as Panama sought to hold onto their slender lead.

Match Ends: Panama 2, USA 1

The match concluded with Panama securing a hard-fought victory over the USA, ending 2-1. Despite playing with ten men for a significant portion of the match and facing a late red card, Panama managed to prevail, thanks to José Fajardo’s decisive goal. The USA, despite their efforts and tactical changes, were unable to find an equalizer and will look to regroup for their next encounter in Copa America 2024.

Stay tuned for further updates and analysis as Copa America 2024 continues to deliver exciting football action.

Final Match Stats

Match Stats Recap

OleMundo Match Center

Panama:
Shots Taken: 13
Shots on Goal: 4
Time of Possession: 74%
Passes Made: 542
Corner Kicks: 3
Offsides: 2
Fouls: 18
Saves: 2
Yellow Cards: 3
Red Cards: 1

USA:

Shots Taken: 6
Shots on Goal: 3
Time of Possession: 26%
Passes Made: 194
Corner Kicks: 0
Offsides: 3
Fouls: 4
Saves: 2
Yellow Cards: 2
Red Cards: 1
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