Last night, defending champions Brazil did their part by defeating Chile 3-0 in the U-20 South American Championship. To snatch the title from them, Argentina needed a big win against Paraguay this morning.
However, not only did Argentina fail to secure a big victory, but they also couldn’t win at all.
Before the final round of matches—Brazil facing Chile and Argentina against Paraguay—both teams were level on 10 points, with Brazil ahead on goal difference (Brazil +4, Argentina +3).
Brazil’s 3-0 win meant Argentina needed at least a 5-0 victory to claim the title, a nearly impossible feat. Argentina couldn’t achieve that or even secure a win. At the end of the final round, Brazil emerged as champions.
This marks Brazil’s 13th title in the competition, making them the most successful team. Uruguay follows with eight titles, while Argentina has won five times, Colombia three, and Paraguay and Ecuador once each.
Argentina lost to Paraguay 2-3. Their title hopes were dashed by the 47th minute after conceding two goals. Mauricio Carrizo brought Argentina back into the game with a brace, scoring in the 52nd and 66th minutes.
Paraguay's goals came from Luca Meta and Thiago Caballero, with Diego Leon sealing the win for Paraguay.
Before Argentina's defeat, Brazil's victory over Chile was dominant, though they failed to score in the first half. David Washington broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute, followed by Pedro in the 86th minute and Ricardo Mathias two minutes later. Pinto Alves received a red card in the closing moments.
In another match, Colombia defeated Uruguay 3-1.
