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Amajita Elimination: South Africa Falls to Colombia 3-1

10/10/2025

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South Africa's U20 team, Amajita, lost 3-1 to Colombia in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup on October 8, 2025, leading to their elimination.
Amajita equalized with a penalty but could not overcome Colombia's finishing.
Coach Raymond Mdaka acknowledged missed opportunities as crucial to their defeat.
Amajita's campaign included two wins and two losses, reflecting their development since winning the CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
Morocco is the only remaining African team, set to play South Korea next.

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South Africa's U20 team, Amajita, lost 3-1 to Colombia in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup on October 8, 2025, leading to their elimination.
Amajita equalized with a penalty but could not overcome Colombia's finishing.
Coach Raymond Mdaka acknowledged missed opportunities as crucial to their defeat.
Amajita's campaign included two wins and two losses, reflecting their development since winning the CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
Morocco is the only remaining African team, set to play South Korea next.