The Leoncitas are the champions of the Jr. Pan American Cup

The Leoncitas were once again champions of the Jr. Pan American Cup. They faced the United States this Saturday, April 18, and won 3 to 1. In addition, they also got a place in the next World Cup in 2027.

Another U21 tournament closed in Santiago, Chile, and the women’s final was what anyone expects from a match in that instance: intense and even. Although Argentina had its first chance before the first five minutes of the game, it was not until the drag of Chiara Ambrosini (13′) who was able to break zero and take the lead. However, the American players did not let the blow affect them, and with an overflow and a backhand sweep of Reese D’Ariano (14′) The score was tied 1 to 1.

The second quarter passed without many real dangerous actions, neither team could close the plays. The Leoncitas attacked constantly, going forward in search of their second goal, but the match went to the halftime break with a tied result.

In the second half, Lourdes Pisthon She had a very clear opportunity, but could not connect with the great assistance of Bárbara Raposo. Something similar happened with Milagros Di Santowho, overflowing on the right side of the area, could not finish closing his great individual play. Both defenses were solid, highlighting the recovery of Rocio Bianchi passing midfield, which avoided a direct counterattack by the United States.

With less than 10 minutes left, Argentina got a penalty that Chiara Ambrosini (51′) executed very calmly, making it 2 to 1 for Las Leoncitas, and when the North American team took out the goalkeeper to have a player on the court, Las Leoncitas got the second penalty of the day, and Chiara Ambrosin (60′) He scored his third goal of the night, leaving the final score 3-1.