Seven months ago, U.S. soccer fans knew Diego Luna as the guy who broke his nose. Now he's the breakout star for the U.S. men's national team, and he is on the verge of a Gold Cup trophy against rivals Mexico.

Diego Luna’s rise from California to U.S. soccer star on display as he scores twice to send the U.S. to the Gold Cup final against Mexico.

Christian Pulisic, one of the biggest names absent from the USMNT vs Mexico Gold Cup final, posted a special message for Diego Luna and co