Undefeated already quarterfinals! Colombia advances in the Under 20 World Cup in Chile 2025 by beating South Africa

Colombia beat South Africa 3-1 with a double from Neiser Villarreal and went to the quarterfinals of the Chile Under 20 World Cup 2025. He will play against Spain in his next match.

It was the continuity of their performance in the group stage. Initial dominance and team split after 25 minutes. The National Team had problems maintaining control. He gave up the ball, lost influence in the middle of the field and brought the rival closer to a tie.

Joel Canchimbo’s goal at the far post from the center of Oscar Perea At 7′, he settled it too early. He lacked collective sense in defense. The African midfielders received free and without support in time, the center backs resorted to fouls to stop them. Center back Simón García was cautioned for an infraction and will be out of the next match.

The match started with a 1-1 penalty in favor of South Africa due to a slip by goalkeeper Jordan García. The reaction was immediate with the contribution of Perea on the sides and Jordan Barrera with long passes. On his third attempt, Neiser Villarreal He scored 2-1 with a powerful shot after another assist from Perea.

The annotation restored tranquility. In the remaining half hour they defended the scoreboard well. In the addition, Villarreal sealed the double in one-on-one with the goalkeeper.

Colombia remains undefeated. In the quarterfinals they will face Spain on Saturday, October 11 at 3:00 p.m. in Talca.