USA vs. Jamaica, 2024 Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinals Leg 1: Man of the Match

The United States Men's National Team was held to a 1-1 draw by Jamaica in their 2024 Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinals Leg 1 match on Thursday night in Kingston, Jamaica. Jesus Ferreira scored the opening goal for the United States in the 32nd minute, but Jamaica equalized through a penalty kick by Andre Gray in the 53rd minute.

The United States had the better of the chances in the first half, with Ferreira hitting the crossbar in the 18th minute. Jamaica grew into the game in the second half, and Gray's penalty kick was their only shot on target in the match.

The result leaves the tie evenly poised ahead of the second leg, which will be played in the United States on June 29. The winner of the tie will advance to the semifinals of the Nations League, while the loser will be eliminated.

Ferreira's goal was his fourth for the United States in 12 appearances. The 22-year-old forward has been in impressive form for his club team, FC Dallas, this season, scoring 10 goals in 15 appearances.

Gray's penalty kick was his first goal for Jamaica since 2019. The 31-year-old forward has been capped 26 times by his country and has scored 10 goals.

The United States will be disappointed not to have won the first leg of the tie, but they will be confident of overturning the deficit in the second leg. Jamaica will be buoyed by their performance in the second half, and they will be hoping to cause an upset in the United States.