2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup
Argentina vs South Africa
Group F
Tychy Stadium, Tychy, Poland
Saturday 25 May, 20h30
South Africa face a tough test at the start of their 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup campaign when they take on Group F rivals Argentina at the Tychy Stadium on Saturday 25 May, kick-off at 20h30.
SA secured qualification for the tournament thanks to a third-place finish at the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Niger earlier this year – they were beaten by Senegal in the semifinals before edging Nigeria on penalties in the bronze medal match.
Amajita, who are coached by Thabo Senong, will be appearing at their fourth U-20 World Cup and looking to improve on a best showing of reaching the last 16 back in 2009 as well as a group stage exit in their last appearance in Korea two years ago.
Argentina, meanwhile, were runners-up at the South American U-20 Championship in Chile earlier this year, where they finished behind surprise winners Ecuador on the final six-team log.
The junior Albicelestes will be appearing at their 16th U-20 World Cup, and they have won the tournament no less than six times (1979, 1995, 1997, 2001, 2005, 2007) – though it has been 12 years since their last triumph.
Coach Fernando Batista will look to the likes of Adolfo Gaich, Gonzalo Maroni and Max Romero – who scored a combined seven goals at the South American Championship – to provide the firepower needed for success on the global stage.
Join Betway now & bet on all the FIFA U20 World Cup 2019 action with up to R1, 000 in Free Bets
Click HERE to register an account now and start betting on sports with Betway
Argentina – U-20 World Cup details
Qualification: Runners-up at the 2019 U-20 South American Championship
Previous appearances: 15
Last appearance: 2017
Best performance: Champions 1979, 1995, 1997, 2001, 2005, 2007
South Africa – U-20 World Cup details
Qualification: Third place at the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations
Previous appearances: 3
Last appearance: 2017
Best performance: Round of 16 2009
Bet on your favourite sports with Betway
Betway offers the very best in online sports betting. From football to tennis, rugby to cricket, there is nothing that can match the intensity and excitement that comes from watching your favorite team or player as they take on their biggest rivals in a battle to determine bragging rights for weeks to come. Place a bet with Betway and feel the energy that can only be experienced through the world of sports betting.
For all the latest sports news, betting tips and promotions follow Betway on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Download the Betway App.