Damion Downs' penalty shootout goal, secured after three saves by goalkeeper Matt Freese, propelled the US men's national team to the Concacaf Gold Cup semifinals. The US defeated Costa Rica 4-3 in penalties following a 2-2 draw. They will face Guatemala in the semis on Wednesday. The US, playing with a weakened squad due to several player absences, overcame a tough Costa Rican team that included penalty goals. The final is set for July 6th in Houston.

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