U20 World Cup 2025: Brazil Crash Out After Group Stage Heartbreak
Another dramatic matchday at the FIFA U20 World Cup 2025 delivered shocks, upsets, and emotional exits — none bigger than the early elimination of Brazil.
The five-time senior world champions were sent packing after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Spain, finishing bottom of their group and failing to reach the knockout stages — a stunning turn of events for one of the tournament’s pre-favourites.
FIFA U20 World Cup 2025 – Group Stage Results
Spain 1–0 Brazil
Mexico 1–0 Morocco
Australia 3–1 Cuba
Argentina 1–0 Italy
It was a day defined by narrow scorelines but major implications. Spain looked composed and disciplined as they edged out Brazil, who lacked cutting edge despite boasting some of the most promising young talents in world football.
Mexico also claimed a key win over Morocco, while Australia impressed with a confident 3–1 victory against Cuba. The final match of the day saw Argentina outlast Italy in a high-stakes showdown between two tournament powerhouses.
