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**Summary:**

The U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team is set to face South Africa in their final group stage match of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. After a dominant 3-0 victory over France, the USA controls its destiny in Group E. A win or draw against South Africa will secure the top spot and allow the U.S. to stay in Rancagua for the Round of 16. South Africa is coming off a dominant 5-0 win over New Caledonia. The United States has qualified for 18 of 24 all-time U-20 World Cups, tied for second-most all-time with Argentina. In the 1989 tournament, they reached the high watermark by finishing fourth place in Saudi Arabia that year.

**News Article:**

**U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team Set for Group Stage Decider Against South Africa**

**RANCAGUA, CHILE –** The U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team is gearing up for a crucial Group E match against South Africa in the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup on Sunday, October 5th, at Estadio El Teniente. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET.

The Americans are riding high after a statement 3-0 victory over France, fueled by late goals from Zavier Gozo, Brooklyn Raines, and Marcos Zambrano. This secured the most goal scorer in a single tournament, besting the eight who tallied for the USA at the 2023 edition in Argentina.

Now sitting atop Group E with six points, the U.S. controls its own destiny. A win or a draw against South Africa will guarantee them the top spot in the group and allow them to remain in Rancagua for their Round of 16 match.

South Africa enters the match with three points following a commanding 5-0 win against New Caledonia. Siviwe Nkwali opened up the scoring, Shakeel April make it 2-0, Siviwe Magidigidi made it 3-0 to cap off the first half. Magidigidi notched a brace in the 52nd minute and Lazola Maku finished off the scoring.

The United States has qualified for 18 of 24 all-time U-20 World Cups, tied for second-most all-time with Argentina. The high watermark came in 1989, they finished fourth place in Saudi Arabia that year.

Fans in the U.S. can watch the match live on FS2 and Telemundo. Live updates and behind-the-scenes content will also be available on U.S. Soccer’s website and social media channels.

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