An interesting Panamanian duel will take place today in the MLS Western Conference semifinals. Tonight at 10 PM (Panama time), San Diego FC, featuring midfielder Aníbal Godoy, will face Minnesota United FC, featuring defender Carlos Harvey. Both Godoy and Harvey were called up to the Panama national team for the last two matches, in which it achieved its historic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. This semifinal series will be a single match, and the winner will face the Vancouver Whitecaps in the Western Conference Final. On Saturday, Vancouver defeated Los Angeles FC on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation and extra time.
Panamanian Players Face Off in MLS Semifinals
Today, Aníbal Godoy (San Diego) and Carlos Harvey (Minnesota United) will face off in the MLS Western Conference semifinals. Both players helped Panama qualify for the 2026 World Cup.