Argentina U20 vs Colombia U20 Prediction for 16 October 2025 - Football

🔊 The second semi-final of the Under-20 World Cup will feature a clash between two Latin American teams. Argentina will face off against Colombia. Both sides boast impressive attacking resources, which could once again prove decisive. Who will advance to the final?

Head-to-Head

📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Argentina and Colombia:

• 4 matches played;
• home wins – 2, away wins – 1, draws – 1;
• goals scored – 3 to 2;
• average goals in the first half – 0.75, in the second half – 0.5;
• average total goals per match – 1.25.

Argentina U20 Team Overview

The team's last official match took place on during the FIFA U-20 World Cup, with Mexico as the hosts and Argentina as the visitors. The match ended with a scoreline of 0-2.

Here are the game statistics (Argentina vs Mexico):

• possession: 33% vs 67%;
• corners: 4 vs 4;
• fouls: 20 vs 17;
• yellow cards: 6 vs 4;
• shots on target: 6 vs 1.

There's little doubt that the Argentine team will prefer to dominate possession. They've been exceptional in the playoffs, first outclassing Nigeria 4-0, followed by a 2-0 victory over Mexico. Their play in the opponent's half is well-executed, largely because they are adept at taking the initiative. True, the match against Mexico was quite the opposite, but against Colombia, they should be able to maintain possession for significant stretches. However, avoiding counterattacks will be incredibly challenging. After all, these players are still relatively inexperienced, and even in good form and spirits, mistakes can happen.

Colombia U20 Team Overview

The visitors' last official match took place on during the Under-20 World Cup, where Spain hosted Colombia. The match concluded with a 3-2 scoreline.

Here are the match statistics (Colombia vs Spain):

• possession percentage: 36% vs 64%;
• corner kicks: 5 vs 8;
• fouls: 10 vs 7;
• yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
• shots on target: 7 vs 5.

In the quarterfinals, Colombia took on Spain and emerged victorious with a 3-2 win. Their dazzling counter-attacks were pivotal to their success. According to advanced statistics, the team generated chances worth 3.34 goals in terms of xG, despite having only 35% possession. Their transition from defense to attack is executed at an elite level. In terms of physical attributes and speed-strength qualities, the visitors might even have the edge over their opponents. This factor could play a significant role in the upcoming clash. Defending against Argentina's intricate play is undoubtedly challenging, but Colombia have the tools to respond effectively. They certainly have the potential to find the back of the net.

Prediction for the 1st half

Head-to-Head Matches:

• Total encounters – 4;
• First-half wins at home for hosts – 0; for visitors away – 0; number of draws – 2;
• Average first-half total: 0.75;
• Today's home team scores on average 0.5, while the visitors net 0.25.

First-Half Stats: Argentina U20 (home) vs Colombia U20 (away)

• matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 0;
• wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
• losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
• draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
• Average goals scored: 0 vs 0;
• Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.

Last 10 Matches (Overall):

• wins: 8 vs 4;
• losses: 1 vs 1;
• draws: 1 vs 5;
• Average first-half total: 1.5 (scored – 1.3, conceded – 0.2) vs 1.1 (scored – 0.8, conceded – 0.3).

• Argentina U20 scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games.

Outcome Prediction

Outcome Prediction

Head-to-Head Matches:

• Number of encounters – 4;
• Home wins – 2, Away wins – 1, Draws – 1.

Statistics: Argentina vs Colombia

• Matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
• Wins: 5 vs 3;
• Win percentage: 100% vs 60%;
• Losses: 0 vs 0;
• Draws: 0 vs 2.

Last 10 Matches:

• Wins: 10 vs 6;
• Losses: 0 vs 2;
• Draws: 0 vs 2.

• Colombia covers a +1.5 spread in 30 of their last 31 matches.
• Colombia covers a +1.5 spread in 12 of their last 13 matches (U20 World Cup).

Total Goals Prediction

Head-to-Head Matches:

• Today's home team scores on average - 0.75, away team - 0.5;
• Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 1.25;
• Both teams scored: all-time - once; at the home team's venue - once.

Statistics: Argentina vs Colombia

• Average total in the tournament: 3.2 vs 2.4;
• Average goals scored: 2.8 vs 1.6;
• Average total in the first half: 1.4 vs 0.4;
• Average total in the second half: 1.4 vs 1.2;
• Argentina U20: average home total in the tournament - 0;
• Colombia U20: average away total in the tournament - 0;
• Last 10 matches (average total): 2.6 (home - 2.71) vs 1.8 (away - 1.75).

• Colombia scores in 9 of their last 10 matches (U20 World Cup).

Corners Prediction

• Colombia delivers over 3.5 corners in 8 of their last 9 matches (U20 World Cup).

Cards Prediction

Head-to-Head Matches

• Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.5 (1.75 for the home team and 1.75 for the away team);
• Average total yellow cards at the home team's venue - 3.5 (2 for the home team and 1.5 for the away team).

Argentina: Statistics

• Season: average tournament total - 2.4; at home - 0;
• Last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; at home - 0.57.

Colombia: Statistics

• Season: average tournament total - 2, away - 0;
• Last 10 matches: average total - 2.2; away - 1.75.

Both Teams to Score Prediction

Head-to-Head Matches:

• Total encounters – 4;
• Both teams scored all-time - once;
• At the home team's venue - once.

Statistics: Argentina vs Colombia

• Total matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
• Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 2 vs 3;
• BTTS for Argentina at home – 0 (0%);
• BTTS for Colombia away – 0 (0%).

Last 10 Matches:

• Total BTTS matches: 3 vs 5;
• BTTS for Argentina at home – 2 (29%);
• BTTS for Colombia away – 3 (75%).