The Concacaf Nations League Final between the United States and Mexico was a highly anticipated match that showcased the fierce rivalry between the two nations. The game took place at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado, and both teams were determined to come out on top.
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, the United States emerged victorious with a 2-0 win over Mexico. The American team put on an impressive performance, with goals from Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie securing their victory.
The third champion of the CONCACAF Nations League will be crowned on Sunday as the USA and Mexico face off in the final at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The U.S. felt lucky to even be in this position, having barely squeaked past Jamaica in the semifinals, but they improved mightily against a familiar foe, largely controlling Mexico's counter-attack to create a calm once Adams gave his side the lead.
Tim Ream led the defensive effort as the U.S. completely smothered the Mexico buildup, both early as El Tri sat back and late as they panicked and threw attackers forward. Adams, dogged by injuries the last year, started an international match for the first time in 475 days, and produced a piledriver from distance which sent U.S. fans into a frenzy.
Head coach Greg Berhalter made the decision to insert Tyler Adams and Gio Reyna into the starting lineup despite questions about the duo's fitness. The bold move paid off with Adams scoring just before halftime with an absolute laser of a goal and Reyna adding to the tally in the second half. Mexico couldn't find an answer and sent their fans home with another 2-0 loss to their heated rival.
It's a problem for the United States that Ream remains the only go-to defensive option, while the likes of Richards, Miles Robinson, and Cameron Carter-Vickers continue to revolve through the other spot without anyone establishing themselves as the first-choice regular. But for now, it's wonderful to watch a beloved player continue to perform at such a level.
It's a problem for the United States that Ream remains the only go-to defensive option, while the likes of Richards, Miles Robinson, and Cameron Carter-Vickers continue to revolve through the other spot without anyone establishing themselves as the first-choice regular. But for now, it's wonderful to watch a beloved player continue to perform at such a level.
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