

Colombia players celebrate a goal against South Africa in the U-20 World Cup.
Photo: EFE – Benjamín Hernández
Colombia is already among the eight best in the world. The U-20 team, after beating South Africa 3-1 in Talca, certified its qualification for the quarterfinals of the 2025 World Cup in Chile. It was a hard-fought victory, with moments of anguish and a reaction that reflected character. Joel Canchimbo opened the scoring and Neiser Villarreal, with a double, signed his reconciliation with the goal. César Torres' team remains undefeated and, although it has not yet reached its best version, it has shown a competitive maturity that keeps it in the conversation for…