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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.

Mixed feelings as eight bid farewell

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:54:00 GMT

When the sporting disappointment has faded for the eight teams who have exited Colombia 2011 at the first hurdle, memories will remain of an unforgettable FIFA U-20 World Cup experience.

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.

Argentina advance as Korea DPR lament

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 01:22:00 GMT

Argentina have won Group F at Colombia 2011 with late goals lifting the South Americans to a 3-0 victory over Korea DPR who return home in last place.

Argentina bar the way for Korea DPR

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:33:00 GMT

With both qualification places still up for grabs in Group F, Argentina face Korea DPR simply needing to avoid defeat to progress, while their opponents need to produce a miracle.

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.

Pak keeping Korea DPR on track

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 01:21:00 GMT

Following a defiant 0-0 draw with England, Korea DPR striker Pak Song-Chol told FIFA.com his side do not desire to be written off, despite sharing a group with similar big guns in Argentina and Mexico.

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.

Korea DPR hold wasteful England

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:29:00 GMT

Despite dominating possession and having 16 shots on goal, England were unable to find a breakthrough in a disappointing goalless draw with Asian underdogs Korea DPR in their Group F opener at the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

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.

England, Korea DPR kick off group

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:39:00 GMT

Group F gets underway on Friday with an intriguing contest between England, who have not won a FIFA U-20 World Cup match since 1997, and Korea DPR, who will look to build on their AFC U-19 Championship success.

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.

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.