The Americans succeeded where Canada failed while having the last word during the dam session of their quarter -final match at the Gold Cup on Sunday.
With a score of 2-2 on the board after stopping game stops, the penalties were necessary.
The American troupe benefited from a sublime performance by goalkeeper Matt Freese, who made three stops during the session. Each team had missed a throw after the first four shooters. Francisco Calvo saw Freese stand up to place the United States in a position to win.
Goalkeeper Keylor Navas, however, ensured the reply to keep the hopes of Costa Rica well alive by having the best on John Tolkin.
Freese was not going to let her rivals take momentum. The New York City FC goalkeeper remained marble in front of Andy Rojas who tried to surprise him in the center of the net. Damion Downs thanked his goalkeeper by thwarting Navas to send his team to the semi-finals of the competition.
With the setback of Canada earlier against Guatemala, the United States avoids unifolié on their way for the next stage of the competition. The United States match against Guatemala will take place on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The other semi-final will oppose Mexico to Honduras.
The Costa Rica had set the tone for the match with a goal from Francisco Calvo on penalty in the 12th minute of play. The Americans scored two goals to take control. Before retreating in the locker room, Diego Luna hits the 43rd minute. Only two minutes after the resumption of the game in the second half, Max Arfsten made the ropes vibrate.
Alonso Martinez leveled the brand in the 71st minute, but the Americans were able to win 4-3 during shots on goal.
