Colorado Rapids midfielder Dillon Serna saw his second action of the 2015 CONCACAF Men’s Olympic Qualifying Championship on Tuesday, logging 90 soggy minutes in a 4-0 U.S. win over Panama at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.
The Brighton, Colo. native didn’t tally any points in the win, but helped anchor the defense for a second time in three games – all lopsided victories for the U-23s who are on track to clinch an Olympic bid.
The U.S. and Canada advanced from Group A on to the knockout stage, where they will be joined by Mexico and Honduras. The top two teams qualify for the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil.
With no game to play themselves, the Rapids came out in force to support their teammate. Some even checked in on social media to show their excitement, despite the rainy conditions.
👍🏻👍🏻 from @SernaDillon!
Tune in to @NBCUniverso now for #USAvPAN #CMOQ2015 pic.twitter.com/I9jfkPY1PA
— Colorado Rapids (@ColoradoRapids) October 7, 2015
It's raining in Colorado. I've got my #17 @SernaDillon jersey on. One of these is a common occurrence. pic.twitter.com/dbpt47CUpY
— Clint Irwin (@ClintIrwin) October 7, 2015
Excited to watch the homie @SernaDillon and the @ussoccer squad tonight in our home stadium @DSGpark!!! Good luck boys! #RoadToRio2016
— Marlon Hairston (@MARLYG94) October 6, 2015
The U-23s are now just one win away from an Olympic berth. They will face the loser of Mexico vs. Honduras and will have the chance to watch their opponent in person as the two squads play Wednesday night at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park for first place in Group B.
The semifinal match will be played on Saturday at Rio Tinto Stadium in Utah.