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U.S. U-20s Reach World Cup Quarterfinals With 3-0 Win Over Italy

Benjamin Cremaschi tops the scoring chart on five goals following his brace in Rancagua.

Overview

  • The United States beat Italy 3-0 in the Round of 16 at Estadio El Teniente in Rancagua, Chile.
  • Cremaschi scored in the 15th minute and again in stoppage time to secure the result and lead the tournament in goals.
  • Niko Tsakiris made it 2-0 with a direct free kick that curled past goalkeeper Seghetti.
  • Goalkeeper Adam Beaudry produced key saves, and two late Italian penalty claims were overturned after VAR review.
  • The win sets up a quarterfinal against Morocco on Sunday and marks a fifth straight final-eight berth for the U.S.