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.
With first-choice goalkeeper Aitor injured, Fernando Pacheco has been called upon to help Spain through these finals. The No21 spoke to FIFA.com about the shoot-out with Korea Republic and their match ahead against Brazil.
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.
There were no surprises in Wednesday’s four Round of 16 games, though Nigeria, Spain and France had to dig deep to progress, with only Brazil coasting through.
Spain saw off Korea Republic in dramatic fashion, defeating the Asians 7-6 on penalties, with Kim Kyung Jung the unfortunate player to miss from the spot in Manizales.
Lee Kwang Jong speaks to FIFA.com about his Korea Republic U-20 team's showdown with Spain, how penalties could prove crucial, the nations' meeting in 2002 and how the Asians' senior team will one day dominate world football.
