[2024 Copa America] USA v Panama

As you prepare to watch the USA v Panama, Radio Free CONCACAF's latest episode is here to prepare for fully experiencing the match!

USA vs Panama is an emerging regional rivalry on the footy front, but the fascinating history between the two nations that predates Panama's nationhood makes this matchup even more intriguing.

Fernando chats with our esteemed guest and scholar of Latin American history Professor Luis van Isschot to riff on US imperialism in the Western Hemisphere, its role in Panama's "independence" from Colombia, and predict the match!

Meanwhile in the studio, Cullen covers the recent footy intrigue, including Hexagonal WC Qualifier drama from 2013 (San Zusi), 2017 (Historic qualification via a late winner vs Costa Rica), and the 2023 Gold Cup where Panama finally knocked out the USA in a competitive fixture.