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Brazil's youngsters return to the top

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:16:00 GMT

Eight years after their last FIFA U-20 World Cup triumph, Brazil lifted the trophy for the fifth time in front of record-breaking crowds at Colombia 2011.

Behind the scenes at Colombia 2011

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:05:00 GMT

FIFA photographers have gone behind the scenes to bring you an exclusive view of Colombia 2011. From the changing room to the warm-up areas by way of the tunnel, we look at some of their shots.

Mexico do it hard way against Cameroon

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:59:00 GMT

Mexico have set up a quarter-final meeting with host nation Colombia after edging past Cameroon on penalties.

Hosts in heaven on penalty Tuesday

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:57:00 GMT

All four games were, exceptionally, decided by penalties. Colombia needed a last-gasp one to complete a thrilling comeback, while Argentina and Portugal also scored winners from the spot and Mexico triumphed in a shoot-out.

Charming the locals

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:43:00 GMT

In any game, particularly one a long way from home, having some support can be the difference between a win and defeat, so many of the teams in Colombia have been out looking to charm themselves a 12th man.

Fairytale summer beckons for Mexico

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:31:00 GMT

Mexican national teams have already collected two prestigious trophies this summer. Captain Jorge Enriquez and his U–20 team-mates are now looking to make it three.

Mexico test for hungry Lions

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:34:00 GMT

Cameroon and Mexico meet in a Round of 16 tie where the ability to minimise past errors and maximise strengths could make the difference between an early flight home and a place in the last eight.

Joy and sorrow on decision day

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 04:38:00 GMT

The penultimate round of group fixtures at the FIFA U–20 World Cup Colombia 2011 was a day packed with conflicting emotions, as teams' fates were sealed - seeing them progress or head home.

Cameroon go through, eliminate Uruguay

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 01:19:00 GMT

A solitary Emmanuel Mbongo goal proved enough for the Africans to win 1-0, go through as Group B runners-up and end the South Americans' participation in the tournament.

Ohandza: Fighting spirit is crucial

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:15:00 GMT

Cameroon forward Franck Ohandza speaks to FIFA.com about club football in Thailand and his nation’s final group game against Uruguay on Friday at Colombia 2011.

Uruguay's Polenta leading by example

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears from his Uruguay skipper Diego Polenta on his dynamic style of play, hopes for La Celeste, future with Italian side Genoa, and the advice he imparted to the country's president.

Cameroon, Uruguay chase certain progress

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 10:37:00 GMT

The final round of matches in Group B sees Uruguay take on Cameroon in Bogota, with both sides requiring a victory to make sure of qualification for the knockout stages.

Colombia qualify as Marinovic stars again

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:31:00 GMT

The hosts beat Mali to reach the knockout phase as the on-song keeper earned New Zealand a draw with Uruguay, while France and Portugal both won.

Portugal edge Cameroon to take ascendency

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:19:00 GMT

A lone goal from striker Nelson Oliveira was enough for Portugal to edge a 1-0 win over Cameroon and take the lead at the top of the Group B standings.

Oliveira aiming to fire Portugal onwards

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 19:57:00 GMT

Unlike many participating at Colombia 2011, Nelson Oliveira has extensive experience to fall back on after a number of years playing international youth football, and the prolific Portugal striker is aiming to find the net against Cameroon.

Portugal, Cameroon chasing vital win

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:24:00 GMT

After all sides in Group B opened with a draw, a place in the Round of 16 is up for grabs as Portugal and Cameroon look to right their first-match misfortunes with a vital win when they meet in Cali.

Hosts rock the party as Africans lament

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 05:16:00 GMT

The hosts produced a thrilling second-half display to beat France 4-1 as Korea Republic proved too strong for Mali, while the Cameroon-New Zealand and Portugal-Uruguay games finished all square.

Cameroonian mix-up gifts Kiwis a point

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:06:00 GMT

An own-goal from Serge Tchaha cost the Africans, who took the lead through Christ Mbondi and dominated the play, a winning start to their Group B campaign.

Cameroon, Kiwis eye strong start

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 15:21:00 GMT

Although considered underdogs in Group B, Cameroon and New Zealand meet on Saturday knowing that an early victory could boost their hopes of reaching the Round of 16.

Twenty-four teams, one trophy

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 19:24:00 GMT

Ahead of the tournament's opening matches, FIFA.com casts an eye over the 24 teams who have converged on Colombia to battle for world U-20 glory.

The U-20 finals in numbers

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 04:47:00 GMT

Tallest, smallest and youngest players, runs without conceding, highest-scoring matches, and quickest goals and most netted as FIFA.com highlights some intriguing statistics from Colombia 2011 and the competition's history.

Who will win Colombia 2011?

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 05:37:00 GMT

Whose stars will shine the brightest this time around, and which side will be crowned the best youth side on the planet? FIFA.com wants to hear from you.

Portugal draw strength from past

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:48:00 GMT

Two decades after winning two consecutive FIFA U-20 World Cup titles, FIFA.com spoke with former Portuguese internationals Fernando Brassard and Joao Pinto as Portugal head to Colombia 2011.

Cosmopolitan Lions looking for pride

Tue, 31 May 2011 18:07:00 GMT

Cameroon supporters are hoping that their international contingent, including two players from Barcelona's famed youth academy, can lead the Lionceaux to some long-awaited U-20 success.

Nigeria wear another continental crown

Mon, 02 May 2011 16:45:00 GMT

Nigeria won their sixth African Youth Championship by beating Cameroon in the final held in South Africa this weekend and will be looking to carry that momentum to the upcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011.