The Argentine U-20 national team, led by Diego Placente, has been unstoppable in the South American U-20 Championship. After seven matches, they remain undefeated and secured their qualification for the U-20 World Cup with two games to spare. Now, Argentina stands on the brink of glory, with a chance to claim the championship against Brazil this Thursday. Both teams have maintained a perfect record in the final hexagonal stage, making this encounter a true final. If the match ends in a draw, the title will be decided on the last matchday.
Argentina’s Road to the Final
Argentina started the tournament with an emphatic 6-0 victory over Brazil, setting the tone for their impressive campaign. In the group stage, they finished second in Group B, following their opening win with a 1-1 draw against Colombia, a 1-0 victory over Bolivia, and a goalless draw with Ecuador.
As the final hexagonal phase began, Argentina continued their dominance. They secured a 2-1 win against Chile, a thrilling 4-3 victory over Uruguay, and a hard-fought 1-0 triumph against Colombia, with Ian Subiabre scoring a dramatic last-minute goal. With these results, Argentina clinched their spot in the U-20 World Cup, which will take place in Chile between September and October. Now, they aim to cap off their dream run with a title-winning performance against their fiercest rivals.
Brazil’s Journey to Redemption
Brazil, on the other hand, had a rocky start but has since regained their form. Their tournament began with the devastating 0-6 loss to Argentina, but they managed to recover and qualify for the final hexagonal stage.
Finishing third in their group with six points, Brazil hit their stride in the final round, securing a 1-0 victory against Uruguay and a 3-1 win over Paraguay. With these results, Brazil remains in contention for the championship. If they manage to defeat Argentina, they will be crowned champions, completing a remarkable turnaround after their difficult start.
Match Details: Argentina vs. Brazil
- Date: Thursday, February 12
- Time: 22:00 (local time)
- Venue: Estadio Nacional Brígido Iriarte
- Broadcast: The match will be aired live on DSports. Additionally, minute-by-minute updates will be available on Olé’s website.
Predicted Lineups
Argentina’s Starting XI
Jeremías Martinet; Dylan Gorosito, Tobías Ramírez, Juan Giménez, Julio Soler; Milton Delgado, Valentino Acuña; Claudio Echeverri, Maher Carrizo, Ian Subiabre; Santiago Hidalgo. Coach: Diego Placente.
Brazil’s Possible Lineup
Felipe Longo; Leandrinho, Jair Cunha, Iago, Arthur Dias; Gabriel Moscardo, Breno Bidon; Wesley, Pedrinho, Gustavo Prado; Rayan. Coach: Ramón Menezes.
A Historic Battle Awaits
As Argentina and Brazil prepare to face off in this high-stakes match, fans from both nations eagerly anticipate a thrilling encounter. Argentina seeks to confirm their dominance and secure the championship, while Brazil aims for revenge and a shot at glory. Regardless of the outcome, this clash promises to be a spectacle, showcasing the best young talents in South American football.