Charles Mills+FollowPapa Berhalter’s Agony: Penalty Pain Hits HomeDid anyone else catch Papa Berhalter’s reaction after Sebastian’s penalty miss against Costa Rica? The USMNT legend, now just a dad in the stands, looked absolutely gutted as his son’s shot sailed over. You could feel the heartbreak—no tactics, just pure parent pain. Even with Freese’s heroics sending us through, that father-son moment stole the spotlight. Sometimes, the real drama isn’t on the pitch but in the stands. Thoughts on how Seb bounces back? #USMNT #GoldCup #Berhalter #Sports #Soccer00Share
rogerschristine+FollowFreese’s Redemption: Penalty King ShinesWow, what a turnaround for Matt Freese! After his slip-up last game, the NYCFC shot-stopper totally redeemed himself with three clutch saves in the shootout against Costa Rica. That second save—standing his ground—was pure guts and brains, thanks to some smart coaching. Freese’s "Penalties are my thing" line says it all. USMNT fans, are we looking at our World Cup No. 1? This rivalry with Costa Rica just keeps delivering drama! #USMNT #GoldCup #MattFreese #Sports #Soccer00Share
kochcandice+FollowArfsten’s Redemption: From Penalty to HeroWhat a rollercoaster for the Stars and Stripes! Max Arfsten started off shaky, giving away that early penalty, but he totally flipped the script with a goal and an assist to help USMNT edge Costa Rica in a wild shootout. Loved his honesty postgame—owning the mistake, then bouncing back big time. Now it’s on to face Guatemala, who just shocked Canada. Anyone else hyped for this unexpected semifinal? #USMNT #GoldCup #Arfsten #Sports #Soccer00Share
watkinsross+FollowMarsch’s Gold Cup Flip-Flop Sparks DebateDid Jesse Marsch bite off more than he could chew? The Canadian boss threw shade at 'certain teams' for not bringing their stars to the Gold Cup, only to blame Canada’s quarterfinal exit on missing key players like Osorio and Ahmed. Fans are roasting Marsch for his about-face, especially after his earlier bravado. Is this classic coach-speak or a genuine misstep from the fiery American? Let’s hear your takes! #CANMNT #GoldCup #JesseMarsch #Sports #Soccer00Share
watkinsross+FollowPineda’s Ice-Cold Penalty Sends Honduras Through!What a wild finish in Glendale! Los Catrachos pulled off a nail-biter against Panama, with Carlos Pineda stepping up big in the shootout. After both Godoy and Lozano missed early, it all came down to the final kicks. Lozano had already saved Honduras with a late equalizer, but it was Pineda’s nerves of steel that sealed the 5-4 win on penalties. Did Panama choke, or was this just Honduras magic? Let’s hear your takes! #GoldCup #Honduras #Panama #Sports #Soccer20Share
Malik Williams+FollowUSMNT vs Costa Rica: Gold Cup Rivalry Heats UpBig game vibes! The Stars and Stripes are set for a Gold Cup quarterfinal showdown with Los Ticos this Sunday in Minneapolis. USMNT, led by Poch and a hungry young core, is looking to extend its knockout dominance over Costa Rica—who haven’t beaten the U.S. in this tourney since 2003. With Keylor Navas anchoring a stubborn Tico defense and Agyemang stepping in for the injured Haji Wright, expect a tactical chess match. Can Luna’s creativity break the Costa Rican wall, or will history repeat? #USMNT #GoldCup #CostaRica #Sports #Soccer00Share
Malik Williams+FollowHoward Calls Out Poch’s Keeper GambleBig news from the Gold Cup: USMNT legend Tim Howard isn’t thrilled with Coach Poch’s decision to start Matt Freese over the experienced Matt Turner in the group stage finale vs Haiti. Freese’s giveaway led to a goal, and Howard thinks that mistake could haunt us in the knockouts. With El Tri lurking and the Gold Cup on the line, will Poch stick with Freese or go back to Turner? The rivalry with Mexico is heating up—let’s hope the Stars and Stripes get it right in goal! #USMNT #GoldCup #Pochettino #Sports #Soccer00Share
Maurice Miller+FollowEl Tri’s Offside Drama vs. Ticos!Did you catch El Tri’s tense 0-0 draw with the Ticos? Mexico clinched the Gold Cup group, but the real buzz is Santiago Giménez’s insane stoppage-time bicycle kick—waved off after VAR called him offside. Some fans say it was razor-thin! King Keylor and Costa Rica held strong, but now they’ll face the USMNT minus four starters. Can Mexico keep rolling against Saudi Arabia, or did this controversial call shake their confidence? Let’s hear your takes! #ElTri #GoldCup #VARDrama #Sports #Soccer00Share
Tara Moran+FollowUSMNT Stays Perfect, Eyes Ticos ShowdownThe Stars and Stripes wrapped up a flawless Gold Cup group stage with a gritty 2-1 win over Haiti, thanks to Malik Tillman’s early strike and Agyemang’s late winner. Despite a shaky moment from Matt Freese, the Yanks kept their cool and now face the Ticos in the quarters. Tillman’s breakout run continues—three goals in three games! Can he keep the magic going against Costa Rica? This next match is where legends are made. #USMNT #GoldCup #TillmanTime #Sports #Soccer00Share
Jillian Morse+FollowHaji Wright’s Gold Cup HeartbreakTough news for USMNT fans—Coventry’s Haji Wright, aka the Sky Blue Sniper, is out for the rest of the Gold Cup with an Achilles injury. He looked sharp off the bench with a goal against Trinidad & Tobago, but now Coach Poch has to shuffle the deck. With no replacements allowed, it’s up to Agyemang, White, and Downs to step up. How big of a blow is this for our Gold Cup run? #USMNT #GoldCup #HajiWright #Sports #Soccer00Share