Celtic winger Luis Palma was the hero for Honduras on Tuesday night, delivering a stunning 91st-minute winner to secure his nation’s spot in the knockout stages of the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
With the score tied at 1-1 and time running out in San Jose, Palma latched onto a through ball at the edge the box, beating his marker for pace. Without hesitation, he rifled his shot into the roof of the net, giving Curacao keeper Eloy Room no chance.
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It was a thunderous finish, full of confidence and composure, and a timely reminder of the winger’s quality after a challenging club campaign. The goal completed a dramatic turnaround for Honduras, who were facing elimination before Palma’s late intervention.
The 2-1 win means Honduras advance from Group B, and Palma will now look to carry this momentum into the knockout rounds. Canada topped the group.
After spending the second half of last season away from Celtic on loan, his form on international duty may give Brendan Rodgers something to consider heading into pre-season, but it may also put him in the shop window.
Palma has previously expressed a desire to prove himself again in Glasgow, and with competition out wide intensifying, moments like Tuesday night will only strengthen his case.
