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.

Diego Luna has soared up the USMNT depth chart thanks to several big goals during the Gold Cup. Yet the Mexican-American playmaker is taking it all in stride and is excited for his first encounter with El Tri in Sunday's final.