The under-20 competition in Argentina has reached a final eight, trimming the field from twenty-four starters to a compact and highly competitive knockout phase where only the best remain to contest the prize. With the host nation no longer in contention, attention shifts to the teams that have navigated the group stage and the round of 16, showcasing a mix of rising stars and established youth talents from around the globe. The tournament has progressed through its initial matches, revealing who can handle pressure, adapt tactics on the fly, and seize opportunities when they arise under the bright lights of a world-stage event.
What began as a wide-open competition has been pared down to a decisive quarterfinals lineup. Argentina, the host team, was eliminated along the way, alongside some heavyweights like England and Ecuador, leaving eight squads to battle for the world title. These teams have proven their mettle across a demanding schedule that emphasized resilience, technical skill, and a deep pool of young players ready to break into senior national teams in the near future. The path from the group phase to the knockout rounds tested depth, squad management, and the ability to perform under pressure in this high-stakes environment.
The quarter-final matchups are scheduled for the coming weekend, with two games on Saturday, June 3, and the remaining two on Sunday, June 4. The venues for these crucial ties moved across two different hosts, with the first fixture set in San Juan and the other three staged in the Santiago del Estero region. Fans and scouts alike will be watching closely as teams aim to secure a place in the semifinals, where precision, discipline, and momentum often determine which youthful squad advances toward the coveted title. The schedule underscores the tournament’s regional spread and the significance of each match in shaping the final stages of this global youth championship.
DAYS, TIMES AND LOCATIONS
Saturday June 3
2:30 pm | Israel vs. Brazil | Bicentennial Stadium, San Juan
6pm | Columbia vs. Italy | Bicentennial Stadium, San Juan
Sunday June 4
2:30 pm | South Korea vs. Nigerian | Unique Mother of Cities Stadium, Santiago del Estero
6pm | United States vs. Uruguay | Unique Mother of Cities Stadium, Santiago del Estero