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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.

Henrique chalks up individual double

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 06:29:00 GMT

Henrique finished the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Bogata with a night to remember for three golden reasons, claiming the adidas Golden Ball and Golden Boot adding to Brazil's tournament win.

Brazil claim impressive fifth title

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 04:57:00 GMT

Brazil won their fifth FIFA U-20 World Cup title on Saturday, beating Portugal in a five-goal thriller that was settled in extra time, while Mexico saw off France to finish third.

Mexico down France for bronze

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:52:00 GMT

El Tri recovered an early deficit and withheld Les Bleus' pressure to win 3-1 and claim a podium place at Colombia 2011.

adidas Golden ball shortlist announced

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:27:00 GMT

A shortlist of 10 candidates for the adidas golden ball, which will be awarded to the most outstanding player of the FIFA U-20 World Cup, was announced today by the FIFA Technical Study Group (TSG).

France's Smerecki still learning

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:12:00 GMT

Francis Smerecki speaks to FIFA.com about how to nurture young players, his France’s team’s progress to the last four of Colombia 2011 and eagerness to go home with a medal.

Defiant Mexico targeting podium place

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:12:00 GMT

There was obvious disappontment in the Mexico dressing room following their semi-final defeat to Brazil, but Juan Carlos Chavez's side have an idea opportunity to bounce back in the match for third place.

Bronze or nothing in Bogota

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 22:24:00 GMT

Mexico and France may have fallen short of their realising their pre-tournament target, but they must put their semi-final defeats behind them as they aim to finish on the podium.

Golden fingertips seal Brazil-Portugal final

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:27:00 GMT

Brazil will take on Portugal in the final of the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011, a repeat of the 1991 decider, after 2-0 wins over Mexico and France respectively.

Henrique double sends Brazil into final

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Eighty entertaining yet goalless minutes unfolded before the No19 headed the four-time world U-20 champions into the lead before tapping home to end Mexico’s challenge.

Top scorers meet surprise package

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:08:00 GMT

Wednesday's meeting between Brazil and Mexico in Pereira promises to be a thrilling and worthy semi-final at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011.

Gabriel revels in Taffarel comparisons

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 06:43:00 GMT

Gabriel speaks to FIFA.com about his penalty-saving heroics against Spain, being likened to one of Brazil's all-time great goalkeepers, and their semi-final with Mexico.

Rivera: I couldn't ask for more

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:12:00 GMT

Mexico forward Edson Rivera tells FIFA.com what it meant to score two goals in side’s quarter-final win over the hosts at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011.

Colombia make a reluctant farewell

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:37:00 GMT

Tears, long faces and profuse apologies were the order of the day when Colombia players spoke exclusively to FIFA.com about their exit from the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Colombia crash out to Mexico

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 04:07:00 GMT

A second-half double from substitute Edson Rivera sealed a 3-1 victory for Mexico to book their place in the semi-finals, stunning the host nation Colombia in Bogota.

Drama and devastation

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 04:05:00 GMT

Portugal staged a sensational shoot-out comeback to eliminate Argentina, while Mexico broke the hearts of a football-impassioned nation by knocking out Colombia.

Fair play at the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:26:00 GMT

Fair play will be celebrated at the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011 in Bogotá, Cali, Cartagena and Pereira on 13 and 14 August 2011.

Ortega, Colombia’s secret agent

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:10:00 GMT

Currently playing his club football for Mexican outfit Atlas, Los Cafeteros’ creator-in-chief Michael Ortega certainly knows plenty about the hosts’ upcoming quarter-final rivals.

Mexico's Araujo relishing leader's role

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:56:00 GMT

Having made an impact for the senior side at the Copa America, Mexico's Nestor Araujo tells FIFA.com how he is passing on the experience he gained to his U-20 team-mates.

Old rivals go head-to-head in Bogota

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 02:52:00 GMT

Barely two months after meeting in the Toulon Tournament semi-finals, old rivals Colombia and Mexico lock horns once again – this time for a place in the last four 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.

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.

Big wins for South America’s finest

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 06:49:00 GMT

Argentina, Brazil and Egypt all recorded big wins to advance into the knockout round although the trio were made to work to gain their reward, while Mexico and England played out a low-key scoreless draw with El Tri progressing.

Mexico, England play out goalless encounter

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 01:45:00 GMT

Mexico and England played out a low-key scoreless draw in Cartagena, leaving El Tri as Group F runners-up, while the Three Lions will be optimistic of progressing as one of the best third-place teams.

Mexico, England eye knockout berth

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:34:00 GMT

Mexico and England meet in the searing heat of Cartagena on Thursday, with both sides needing a result to ensure progress to the knockout stages of the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Guarch: Attacking is in our nature

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 09:52:00 GMT

FIFA.com hears from Mexico's Taufic Guarch on his stunning goal against Korea DPR, his team's attacking mentality and his own striking idols and role models.

Brazil on course, Mexico hit back

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:01:00 GMT

Brazil and Mexico provided the highlights on Day 4 action at Colombia 2011 with the pair both cruising to 3-0 victories, while in other matches Egypt defeated Panama as England and Argentina played out a goalless draw.

Mexico sink Korea DPR for first points

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 01:08:00 GMT

An own-goal and a Taufic Guarch wonder strike earned El Tri a 3-0 win over the North Koreans that moved them on to three points in Group F.

Korean test for misfiring Mexico

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 03:06:00 GMT

While their opening draw with England proved Korea DPR are no pushovers in Group F, Mexico need a victory to boost their campaign after losing their first match against Argentina.

Duo shine on opening day

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 05:38:00 GMT

An Argentinian midfielder and a Panamanian shotstopper both caught the eye on a keenly contested first day's action, which featured three draws from four matches.

Argentina's Lamela sinks Mexico

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 01:43:00 GMT

Erik Lamela thrilled throughout and hit the only goal with a handsome strike in the 70th minute to send his side top of Group F.

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.

Argentina, Mexico meet once again

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:54:00 GMT

After a four-year absence from the FIFA U-20 World Cup, Argentina and Mexico begin their Colombia 2011 campaigns with a first-round clash in Medellin. The pair last appeared at Canada 2007, where their paths also crossed.

All sights set on global glory

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:40:00 GMT

As 24 sides gear up for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia, FIFA.com takes a closer look at the similar ambition among the tournament's players and coaches to hoist the trophy.

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.

Potential stars under starter’s orders

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:52:00 GMT

FIFA.com casts an eye over some of the star names who will be appearing at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia, where these players will be aiming to follow in the footsteps of Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona.

Toulon tune-up for U-20 quartet

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:55:00 GMT

Colombia, France, Mexico and Portugal were in action at the recent Toulon Tournament, with the FIFA U-20 World Cup hosts coming out on top ahead of their eagerly-anticipated showpiece.

Davila following Chicharito’s lead

Wed, 25 May 2011 08:50:00 GMT

Guadalajara youth product Ulises Davila is one of Mexican football's great new hopes. FIFA.com spoke to the striker as he prepares for Colombia 2011.

Draw yields mixed reactions

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 08:57:00 GMT

Gauging the thoughts of the coaches attending the Official Draw for Colombia 2011, FIFA.com encountered some interesting points of view.

The waiting is over

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 03:10:00 GMT

The Official Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011 took place in the northern coastal city of Cartagena, with the first match of the group phase to feature Brazil and Egypt in Barranquilla on 29 July.