Argentina U20 Crushes Nigeria in World Cup Round of 16!
Argentina's U20 squad delivered a dominant performance, securing a resounding 4-0 victory against Nigeria in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup. The match, held at Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, saw Argentina establish their dominance early on, with Alejo Sarco scoring in the 2nd minute.
Maher Carrizo further solidified Argentina's lead with goals in the 23rd and 53rd minutes, showcasing his exceptional talent. Mateo Silvetti added the final touch in the 66th minute, sealing Nigeria's fate and propelling Argentina into the next stage of the tournament.
Match Highlights:
- Alejo Sarco opened the scoring early in the match.
- Maher Carrizo's brace highlighted Argentina's attacking prowess.
- Mateo Silvetti's goal cemented Argentina's comprehensive victory.
The Argentinian lineup featured key players like Valente Pierani, Santiago Fernández, Valentino Acuña, Álvaro Montoro, and Gianluca Prestianni, demonstrating the depth and strength of the squad. The attendance of 5,746 spectators witnessed Argentina's clinical display of football.
Meanwhile, in other U20 World Cup news, the USMNT U20 secured a top spot in their group despite a loss to South Africa, advancing to face Italy. They previously stunned France with a 3-0 victory, and Benjamin Cremaschi's hat trick fueled a record-setting 9-1 win against New Caledonia. However, Argentina's performance against Nigeria is stealing the spotlight right now.
Argentina U20 are definitely a team to watch in this tournament. Their skill, teamwork and determination is evident.