The United States will renew the rivalry with their northern neighbors as they meet Canada in the quarterfinals of the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
These two teams met in the final of the Nations League just weeks ago, with the U.S. winning 2-0, controlling the match from start to finish. Each side sports a vastly different roster for this Gold Cup tournament, with most first-teamers released for the summer break and replaced by fringe talent.
Depleted rosters have proven a challenge for both sides, with the U.S. held to a draw by a strong Jamaica squad in their opening group stage match, while Canada barely escaped their group altogether, needing a win over Cuba to clinch a spot in the knockouts.
Still, each side is yet to be defeated so far in the Gold Cup, and only one can advance from this point forward as they search for continental silverware.
If the teams are level after 90 minutes, there will be 30 minutes of extra time. If the deadlock persists, a penalty kick shootout will follow to determine a winner on the day.
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