In a classic and tense matchup between Central American rivals, it was an unfortunate own goal from Anibal Godoy that was the only score of the match. Costa Rica moves on to face the United States after the 1-0 win.
The quarterfinals have been a bit of an achilles heel for Costa Rica. Los Ticos have been eliminated in this round each of the last three Gold Cups. Making this their first semifinal appearance since 2009.
Before the own goal, Panama had the better of the chances, forcing saves from Costa Rican keeper Patrick Pemberton.