Fiery Quarterfinals: Argentina vs Mexico and Spain vs Colombia Stun U20 World Cup Fans
Exciting Quarterfinals Ahead at the U-20 World Cup in Chile
Argentina and Mexico Face Off in a Historic Clash
The U-20 World Cup quarterfinals in Chile are set for an exciting showdown, featuring Argentina and Mexico, two powerhouses in youth soccer. This iconic match, rich in history, is scheduled for Saturday at the Estadio Nacional in Santiago at 23:00 GMT. All eyes will be on Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora and Argentine striker Alejo Sarco, who have both delivered outstanding performances in the tournament.
Argentina holds a formidable track record with six U-20 World Cup titles, more than any other team. In contrast, Mexico has achieved a runner-up finish and a third place in its 16 tournament appearances. The rivalry between these two nations has been further intensified by Argentina’s recent 2-0 victory over Mexico in the group stage of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Diego Placente, the Argentine coach and former champion player, acknowledges Mexico’s strength, stating, “It’s a very difficult match because both teams are highly competitive and skilled.”
| Team | World Cup Titles |
|---|---|
| Argentina | 6 |
| Mexico | 0 |
Spain vs Colombia: A Clash of Styles
Also on Saturday, Spain and Colombia will battle in another high-stakes quarterfinal match in Talca, 245 km south of Santiago, starting at 20:00 GMT. Spain, the current European champions, will look to assert their possession-based playstyle, led by Real Betis winger Pablo García. On the other side, Colombia will capitalize on speed and intensity, with Óscar Perea posing a significant threat to the Spanish defense.
Spain and Colombia promise a dynamic encounter, contrasting Spain’s organized defense and creative midfield against Colombia’s aggressive pace and growing confidence. The Colombian team is determined to perform, with coach César Torres expressing the ambition to reach all the way to the final.
Sunday Matches: USA vs Morocco and France vs Norway
The U-20 World Cup quarterfinals will conclude on Sunday with the United States facing Morocco in Rancagua at 20:00 GMT and France competing against Norway in Valparaíso at 23:00 GMT.
- The United States, whose best result was a fourth place in the 1989 Saudi Arabia tournament, enters the quarterfinals after dispatching Italy 3-0.
- Morocco showed strong performance in the group stage, defeating Spain and Brazil, and most recently outplayed South Korea with a 2-1 victory.
- France, runners-up in the recent European championship, narrowly edged out Japan with a last-minute penalty while Norway triumphed over Paraguay in a tense match decided by a late goal.
The winners of these quarterfinal clashes will compete next Wednesday in Valparaíso for a place in the final. Stay tuned as these young talents showcase their skills on the world stage.
