Overview

• Argentina beat Mexico 2-0 in the FIFA U-20 World Cup quarterfinals, ending Eduardo Arce’s squad’s run.
• The U-20 match included an injury to Alexei Domínguez, a penalty appeal that was not given, and two late red cards that left Mexico with nine players.
• Sixteen-year-old Gilberto Mora, a standout with three goals and two assists earlier in the tournament, was visibly emotional after the elimination.
• Colombia defeated Mexico 4-0 in a senior friendly, raising concern despite Mexico’s 2025 Nations League and Gold Cup titles.
• Aguirre said he was the “main culprit” for the senior team’s performance, while journalist David Faitelson described the outlook as “jodidos” on X, drawing debate among fans.