Argentina and Colombia are set to clash for a spot in the U20 World Cup final on Wednesday. The match will take place at the Estadio Nacional in Santiago, Chile. Both teams enter the semifinal with impressive undefeated records.
Semifinal Preview: Argentina vs. Colombia
This game marks the third encounter between Argentina and Colombia in 2025. The teams faced off earlier in the Sudamericano tournament, with one match ending in a 1-1 draw and Argentina securing a 1-0 win in another. Argentina finished as the runner-up in that tournament, while Colombia earned third place.
Diego Placente, head coach of Argentina, reflected on past matchups, stating, “Both teams had very close matches. I expect this one will be similar.”
Argentina’s Journey to the Semifinals
- Argentina has recorded five consecutive victories in this tournament.
- The team has scored 14 goals while conceding only 2.
- Key players include Alejo Sarco, a contender for the Golden Boot with four goals, and Mateo Silvetti, who scored in the quarterfinals against Mexico.
Argentina seeks its first U20 World Cup final appearance since winning the title in Canada in 2007. The team has claimed a record six championships in this tournament.
Colombia’s Competitive Edge
- Colombia is also undefeated, with three wins and two draws in the tournament.
- However, the team will miss key players, including Néiser Villarreal, the tournament’s top scorer with five goals, due to yellow card accumulation.
- Additionally, Carlos Sarabia and possibly Jordan Barrera may miss the match due to suspensions and injuries, respectively.
César Torres, Colombia’s coach, anticipates a competitive match, recalling past close encounters. “We need to focus on the details that could define the game in our favor,” he said after their quarterfinal victory over Spain.
Other Semifinals: Morocco vs. France
In the other semifinal, Morocco faces France. Morocco has surprised many with its strong defensive performance and counter-attacking strategy.
- Morocco topped Group C and advanced through knockout stages by defeating South Korea and the United States.
- France, on the other hand, advanced after narrowly overcoming Japan and Norway in earlier rounds.
Both semifinals promise to deliver exciting football action as teams vie for a place in the prestigious final of the U20 World Cup. Fans are eagerly awaiting these intense matchups.
