Guatemala’s Under-20 national team fell short in their bid to qualify for the World Cup, losing 3-1 to the United States. Despite an early goal from Óscar de León, the team faltered and allowed the US to mount a comeback. Key factors in Guatemala’s defeat included significant defensive mistakes throughout the match. The team also suffered from increasing physical fatigue as the game progressed, diminishing their performance in the second half. Ultimately, a lack of response and adaptation proved costly, preventing them from securing a crucial victory. This result ends Guatemala’s hopes of participating in the Under-20 World Cup.