After the OM – AJA match, Ligue 1 will be on break again to give way to a new international break. Michael Murillo, Olympique de Marseille full-back, was called up by Thomas Christiansen to play in the quarter-finals of the 2024/2025 CONCACAF Nations League.
The coach of the national team of Panama, Thomas Christiansenrevealed its list of players called up for the decisive matches of the CONCACAF Nations League quarter-finals 2024/2025. These meetings will pit Panama against Costa Rica on November 14 and 18, 2024. The first match will take place at National Stadium of San Josewhile the return will take place at Stade Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez in Panama City. These matches are crucial for qualification for the Gold Cup 2025 as well as to Final Four of the CONCACAF Nations League.
Among the players summoned, Michael Murillothe right side of theOlympique de Marseille (OM). The Marseille player is one of the pillars of the Panamanian defense, returns to the selection with the mission of strengthening the right side of the defense and actively participating in the offensive phase. His experience in Ligue 1 with OM and his solid performances in Europe last season make him a strong asset for the Panama selection.
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A crucial match for qualification for the Gold Cup and the Final Four
The matches against Costa Rica are not only a regional clash, but also a gateway to major international competitions. In fact, the CONCACAF Nations League 2024/2025 serves as a qualification for Gold Cup 2025. In addition, a place at Final Four of the competition is at stake, with prestigious matches which will be played at SoFi Stadium in California from March 23 to 25, 2025.
Michael Murillo, a member of the Panamanian selection
Michael Murilloevolving in Ligue 1 with Olympique de Marseille, is one of the most experienced defenders in the group. His ability to cover the entire right flank, both in defense and attack, makes him a key player for the team. Thomas Christiansen. Murillo is particularly appreciated for his dynamism and speed, qualities that he uses in club and country.
At 28 years old, Murillo embodies experience and maturity within the Panamanian selectionand his return to the group is a major reinforcement to face the Costa Ricaa formidable opponent in CONCACAF. Panama will hope that Murillo, alongside his teammates, can make the difference in these decisive matches.
List of Players Called for the Quarter-Finals of the CONCACAF Nations League 2024/2025
Goalkeepers:
Orlando Mosquera (Al-Fahya FC, Arabie Saoudite)
César Samudio (CD Marathon, Honduras)
John Gunn (NE Revolution II, USA)
Defenders:
Jose Cordoba (Norwich City, England)
Ivan Anderson (Fortaleza, Colombie)
Michael Murillo (Olympic Marseille, France)
César Blackman (Slovan Bratislava, Slovakia)
Janpol Morales (CD Macará, Équateur)
Edgardo Fariña (FK Khimki, Russia)
Jiovany Ramos (Alianza Lima, Peru)
Fidel Escobar (Deportivo Saprissa, Costa Rica)
Carlos Harvey (Minnesota United, USA)
Gabriel Brown (United Arab Embassy)
Midfielders:
Aníbal Godoy (Nashville SC, USA)
Adalberto Carrasquilla (Houston Dynamo, USA)
Christian Martinez (Kiryat Shmona, Israel)
César Yanis (AD San Carlos, Costa Rica)
Jose Luis Rodriguez (FC Juarez, Mexico)
Edgar Bárcenas (Mazatlán FC, Mexique)
Abdiel Ayarza (The Strongest, Bolivia)
Kahiser Lenis (Jaguars of Córdoba, Colombia)
Edilson Carrasquilla (San Francisco FC)
Attackers:
José Fajardo (Catholic University, Ecuador)
Ismael Díaz (Catholic University, Ecuador)
Eduardo Guerrero (FC Dynamo Kyiv, Ukraine)
