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United States 2-1 Ecuador: Seattle hero Dempsey seals Copa America semifinal spot

Jun 16, 2016 11:41:31 PM

Clint Dempsey scored once and set up another as the United States booked its spot in the Copa America Centenario semifinals.

The United States sealed its spot in the semifinals of the Copa America Centenario following a 2-1 win over Ecuador on Thursday.

Clint Dempsey was the hero for the Copa hosts, scoring once and setting up Gyasi Zardes as the USA continued its dream run.

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Ecuador hit back in the second half through Michael Arroyo, but the South Americans could not find the vital equalizer at CenturyLink Field in Seattle.