The United States Men’s National Team is preparing to battle Panama in the Concacaf Nations League semi-final on Thursday. The USMNT enters this match with momentum, having won their last four games, including a 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in January. Panama’s recent form has been less impressive; they haven’t won in their last three matches and are coming off a heavy 6-1 defeat to Chile.
The semi-final is set to kick off at 7 p.m. ET at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Sportsbooks have positioned the Americans as strong favorites with a -240 money line. Panama is considered the underdog at +500, and a draw is priced at +330. The over/under for total goals in the match is set at 2.5. Christian Pulisic is favored to score or assist at -115.
Panama will be missing key players due to injuries and suspensions, which could impact their performance. Despite this, soccer expert Jon Eimer predicts both teams will score in the match. He notes Panama’s likely aggressive, forward-focused approach and the USMNT’s consistent goal-scoring record. The USMNT has scored 10 goals in their recent matches and has not been shut out by Panama since 2021.
How to watch
- USMNT vs. Panama Date: Thursday, March 20
- USMNT vs. Panama Time: 7 p.m. ET
Expert Predictions
Soccer expert Jon Eimer is suggesting a bet on both teams to score in the USMNT vs. Panama match. He points to Panama’s missing defensive players and their need to attack, as well as the USMNT’s strong scoring form.
Betting Odds
Here are the betting odds for the USMNT vs. Panama match:
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| USMNT Money Line | -240 |
| Panama Money Line | +500 |
| Draw | +330 |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Various |
| Christian Pulisic to Score or Assist | -115 |
