FIFA.com reviews the first two quarter-finals, which saw Javier Hernandez edge Mexico past Guatemala and Honduras triumph in the battle of Central America by overcoming Costa Rica on penalties.
With a vital penalty save from Noel Valladeres, Honduras defeated Costa Rica 4-2 on penalties at the CONCACAF Gold Cup to book their place in the semi-finals on Wednesday.
In the latest round of Group B fixtures, Honduras thrashed Grenada 7-1 while Jamaica’s 2-0 success over Guatemala sealed the Reggae Boyz a quarter-final spot.
Honduras coach Reinaldo Rueda has left Noel Valladares, Ramon Nunez and Osman Chavez out of his squad for the friendly international against Turkey.
Celebrations have overtaken the whole of Honduras since dramatic events saw the Catrachos clinch a berth at South Africa 2010.
Noel Valladares, Honduras' in-form No1 speaks about his country's dream of making a return to the biggest tournament of them all.
