From the outset of this Gold Cup, Luna has been one of the revelations for the U.S., which has been without many first-choice players due to a combination of injury and fatigue. The ratio of Guatemala fans to U.S. fans was at least 2-to-1, maybe higher. Fans from Central American countries are willing to travel great distances to see their team, especially with a spot in a Gold Cup final on the line. play 1:12 Pochettino: USMNT 'in control' in semifinal win Mauricio Pochettino reflects on the USMNT's performance after securing a Gold Cup final spot with a 2-1 win vs. Guatemala. Thanks to Mexico's 1-0 win over Honduras in the other semifinal, the USMNT is now set to square off against its old rival in the Gold Cup final on Sunday.