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Villarreal Shines as Colombia Advances in U-20 World Cup

10/12/2025

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Néiser Villarreal, a 20-year-old Colombian striker, scored two goals as Colombia defeated South Africa 3–1 to reach the Under-20 World Cup quarterfinals against Spain.
He has signed a pre-contract with Cruzeiro.
He faced a knee injury that sidelined him since June.
In the quarterfinal against Spain, Villarreal scored again as Colombia earned a 2-2 draw.
Coach César Torres praised his renewed confidence and pivotal role in the team's attack.

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Néiser Villarreal, a 20-year-old Colombian striker, scored two goals as Colombia defeated South Africa 3–1 to reach the Under-20 World Cup quarterfinals against Spain.
He has signed a pre-contract with Cruzeiro.
He faced a knee injury that sidelined him since June.
In the quarterfinal against Spain, Villarreal scored again as Colombia earned a 2-2 draw.
Coach César Torres praised his renewed confidence and pivotal role in the team's attack.