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.
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.
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.
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.
Philippe Coutinho scored twice, with Henrique and Dudu also on target, as A Seleção won 4-0 to go through to the Round of 16 as Group E victors and effectively eliminate their opponents.
A member of the Brazil side eliminated in the first round of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009, the Inter Milan talent is back on international duty and aiming to atone, as he told FIFA.com.
