The Concacaf Gold Cup quarter-final clash between Panama and Honduras on June 28, 2025, delivered a dramatic encounter that ended with Honduras advancing to the semi-finals after a penalty shootout. The match concluded with a 1-1 scoreline after regulation time, setting the stage for a tense and thrilling finish.
Panama initially took the lead when Ismael Díaz converted a penalty, putting his team ahead 1-0. However, Honduras responded with an equalizer from Anthony Lozano, leveling the score at 1-1. The game remained deadlocked, leading to a penalty shootout to determine which team would progress to the semi-finals.
The penalty shootout was filled with drama and missed opportunities. After four kicks, the score was tied 4-4, with Honduras failing to convert their fifth attempt. Panama then had a chance to win but missed their sixth penalty. Honduras capitalized on this, scoring to secure the victory and a place in the semi-finals. Carlos Pineda successfully converted the decisive penalty for Honduras.
Throughout the match, both teams had opportunities to score. Jorge Gutierrez of Panama had a chance to rebound but shot wide. Christian Martinez's delivery from a set piece was claimed by the Honduran goalkeeper, thwarting another Panamanian attack.
Honduras's journey to the semi-finals was marked by resilience, as they managed to equalize late in the game via a deflection and then held their nerve in the penalty shootout. The victory sparked celebrations among Honduran fans, while Panama was left to rue their missed chances.