Argentina thrash Nigeria, face Mexico in U20 World Cup quarter-finals | OneFootball

On Wednesday, Argentina thrashed Nigeria 4-0 in the Round of 16 of the U-20 World Cup at the National Stadium in Chile. Midfielder Álvaro Montoro, from Botafogo, left the field in tears during the first half after suffering an injury.

Tournament Situation

With the win, Argentina eliminates Nigeria and advances to the quarterfinals of the World Cup. In the next round, the South Americans will face Mexico, who defeated Chile in the Round of 16. The match will take place at 8:00 PM (Brasília time), at the National Stadium.

📋 Match Summary

🔵ARGENTINA 4 x 0 NIGERIA🟢

🏆 Competition: U-20 World Cup Round of 16 🏟️ Venue: National Stadium, Santiago, Chile 📅 Date: October 8, 2025 (Wednesday) ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM (Brasília time)

Goals

How the match went

Argentina managed to open the scoring just two minutes in. After a poor clearance by goalkeeper Harcourt, Sarco received the ball from Gorosito and slotted it into the back of the net. In the 23rd minute, Carrizo extended the lead with a free kick from the edge of the box.

Eight minutes into the second half, Delgado stole the ball and set up Carrizo for a precise finish past Harcourt. In the 21st minute, Silvetti dribbled past defender Bameyi and fired from inside the box to seal the rout.

Next Match

Argentina

Colombia also advances to the quarterfinals

In the other Round of 16 match on Wednesday, Colombia defeated South Africa 3-1 in Talca. Canchimbo and Villareal (2) scored for the South American side, while Vilakazi pulled one back.

In the U-20 World Cup quarterfinals, Colombia will face Spain this Saturday at 5:00 PM (Brasília time), again in Talca.

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