The U.S. men's national team is one win away from making the Concacaf Gold Cup final. Mauricio Pochettino's side avoided heartbreak dispatching Costa Rica in a quarterfinal penalty shootout, but at the same time built belief that a trophy this summer is possible.
Their run might not be paved with the revenge they sought coming in given Canada was upset by Guatemala. But, the team should look at the semifinals as a big opportunity. Mexico still likely awaits in the final if they both get there, but the USMNT will be heavily favored against their semifinal opponent.
Matt Freese continues to make a name for himself this summer assuming starting goalkeeper responsibilities. He made crucial saves in the shootout and should keep starting Gold Cup games. Perhaps a changing of the guard given we haven't seen Matt Turner this summer.
Here's how the USMNT could line up against Guatemala in the Gold Cup semifinals.
