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Argentina to Play Morocco in U-20 World Cup Final on Sunday in Santiago

It is Argentina’s first appearance in the category’s title game since 2007, powered by Mateo Silvetti’s scoring run and Santino Barbi’s form.

Overview

  • Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 in the semifinal, with substitute Mateo Silvetti scoring the winner and goalkeeper Santino Barbi making several key saves.
  • The final against Morocco is scheduled for Sunday, October 19 at 20:00 in Santiago’s Estadio Nacional, with broadcasts in Argentina on Telefe and DSports and streaming on Telecentro Play, Flow and DirecTV Go.
  • Coach Diego Placente said his team were “just winners” and credited second-half tactical adjustments and the impact of his substitutes.
  • The matchup brings back memories of the contentious ArgentinaMorocco game at Paris 2024, which featured pitch invasions, thrown bottles and noise devices.
  • César Inga’s father said the Universitario standout, valued at about €1 million on Transfermarkt, wants a move to a more competitive league, a desire not formally confirmed by the club.