Costa Rica came close to finding the equalizer in the 69’. A shot from the edge of the box from Adrián Espinoza was saved by USA goalkeeper William Lodmell, followed by a key clearance defender Braden Dunham.
Chris Applewhite doubled the lead for the U.S. in the 76’ with a finish from inside the penalty area. Tristan Brown provided the assist with a precise delivery into the box on a set piece opportunity.
The United States will now face either Canada or Mexico in the Final of the 2026 Concacaf U-20 Championship on Sunday.
