In the final minutes of the USA-Panama Copa América match, after underdog Panama took a 2-1 lead, BetMGM trading manager Seamus Magee made an interesting comparison. He said that if this result held, it would be like what Tony Soprano once said in The Sopranos: ‘It’s a rainy night in Lyndhurst’ for bettors. And indeed, bettors did not have a good night as the 2-1 result held, resulting in a surprising upset loss for the U.S. men’s national team.
Magee shared his thoughts on how this setback affected bettors and the overall Copa América odds market. Team USA’s Tim Weah received a red card in the 18th minute, leaving the Americans with a man down for the rest of the match. Despite Folarin Balogun scoring to put the U.S. up 1-0, Panama quickly responded with Cesar Blackman’s equalizer in the 26th minute.
The USMNT had chances to score, but Panama managed to secure a 2-1 victory with a goal from Jose Fajardo in the 83rd minute. Team USA was a -250 favorite, while Panama was a +725 underdog. Magee mentioned that this unexpected result was a big win for the bookmakers, especially with many parlays being affected and the lack of a Christian Pulisic goal.
Looking ahead, the USMNT will need to defeat Group C favorite Uruguay in their upcoming match to have a chance at advancing to the knockout stage. Magee noted that the odds for Team USA to advance have now become longer after the loss to Panama. The team’s odds to win Copa América have also shifted from +1200 to +2200.
It’s a challenging situation for the USMNT, and they will have to put up a strong performance against Uruguay to avoid elimination. Magee mentioned the different scenarios in which Team USA could advance, emphasizing the importance of their upcoming match.
Overall, the shocking loss to Panama has significantly impacted the Copa América betting landscape and has created a sense of uncertainty for Team USA’s future in the tournament. Magee’s insights provide a glimpse into the implications of this unexpected result and the challenges that lie ahead for the U.S. men’s national team.
As the tournament progresses, fans and bettors alike will be closely following Team USA’s journey and the odds surrounding their performance. The Copa América continues to deliver surprises and excitement, showcasing the unpredictable nature of football and the thrill of sports betting.