Samayoa on Panama Clash: "A Prelude to World Cup Qualifiers"

Guatemala City, Guatemala – Guatemalan National Team defender Nicolás Samayoa addressed the media today, emphasizing the significance of the upcoming Gold Cup match against Panama. Samayoa stated that the Friday encounter will serve as a vital "prelude" to their 2026 World Cup qualifiers, where they will once again face the Panamanian squad. "It's a good test to see where we truly stand," Samayoa remarked, highlighting the direct rivalry with Panama. He underscored the team's shared ambition, "It's everyone's dream to be in the World Cup, not just ours, but also that of other teams." The defender expressed confidence in the team's preparation, anticipating a challenging but crucial match. "It's going to be a great game," he added, "we hope to achieve our objective, which is to get points." The match is expected to provide key insights into Guatemala's readiness for the highly competitive World Cup qualification journey.