Panama Players Celebrate With Thierry Henry After Dramatic Win Over USA

Panama booked their place in the final of the Concacaf Nations League for the 1st time in history after dramatic 1 - 0 victory over the United States, thanks to stoppage-time goal from Cecilio Waterman.

Waterman became the hero of the night when he fired home powerful strike in the 4th minute of added time sealing Panama’s historic win. The forward wasted no time in celebrating, sprinting towards the stands and jumping over the advertising boards to embrace French legend Thierry Henry.

Emotional Moment With Henry

Henry who was present at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles as pundit for CBS Sports, was caught off guard by Waterman’s spontaneous celebration. The Panamanian star wrapped his arms around the Arsenal icon, shouting “You're my idol! You are my idol!”

After the match, Waterman gifted Henry his signed Panama jersey as token of appreciation. In return, the French legend promised to send him n Arsenal shirt, sealing special moment between the 2 footballing figures.

Panama now prepares for the final, riding the momentum of their thrilling victory over the defending champions.

Khaled Hegazy |

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