The U.S. U-20 National Team continues to demonstrate why it is considered one of the great favorites at the U-20 World Cup Chile 2025.
With an attacking, effective and disciplined brand of soccer, the North American team finished top of Group E after a dominant opening phase, and now prepares for a demanding duel against Italy in the round of 16 of the tournament.
Group stage: a devastating start
The United States ‘ road to the U-20 World Cup began with a blistering performance.
In their debut, they thrashed New Caledonia 9-1, showing an offensive power that set the tone for the tournament.
In its second match, the team repeated its high level by beating France, one of the historic powers of youth soccer, 3-0.
The only defeat came in the last group match, a 1-2 loss to South Africa.
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However, the setback had a context:
With qualification already assured, the coach decided to rotate several starters and save his energies for the next phase.
Thanks to their goal difference and six points, the United States finished top of their group, consolidating their bid for the title.
This performance marks a historic milestone:
This is the thirteenth time the United States has advanced out of the group stage at a U-20 World Cup and the sixth time they have topped the group.
Round of 16: the Italian challenge
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The next challenge will be against Italy, which qualified as second in Group D after beating Australia, drawing with Cuba and losing to Argentina.
The duel will be played this Thursday, October 9 at the Estadio Codelco El Teniente, in Rancagua, at 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT.
Broadcast in Spanish on Telemundo, Universo and Peacock in the United States.
This clash promises to be one of the most exciting of the Round of 16 at the U-20 World Cup.
Italy has a technical and organized midfield, while the United States will be looking to impose its fast and vertical pace.
The key will be balance:
Maintain the defensive solidity without giving up the attack that has characterized the Stars and Stripes.
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