The Leoncitos are semi-finalists of the Jr. Pan American Cup

ByDavid Mitchell
The Leoncitos are semi-finalists of the Jr. Pan American Cup

This Wednesday Los Leoncitos played the last game of the group stage of the Jr. Pan American Cup against the United States. Argentina was superior and won 8 to 0, qualifying for the semifinal of the tournament that grants World Cup berths.

The first half featured five goals from the team led by Juan Manuel Vivaldi. With Nicolás Rodríguez as top scorerthe first was a great goal from the corner due to the set play, 6 minutes into the match. Then he scored at 15 – with time expired -, 18 and 21 minutes. Tomás Ballini (29′) The first half closed in about 30 minutes where Argentina was superior and had greater possession of the ball.

In the second half the American goalkeeper, Fabio Pacesaved several Argentine shots, saving the difference from growing, but eventually Los Leoncitos found a way to expand the advantage. Nicolás Rodríguez (51′) He reappeared with his unstoppable drag, making it 6 to 0 partial. Two minutes later Simón Casiello (53′) noted and Mateo Serrano (59′) It sealed the Argentine victory by 8 to 0.

Argentina qualified for the semifinal, with a rival to be defined.

David Mitchell
David Mitchell

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