The 2007 FIFA U20 World Cup remains one of Argentina’s most memorable editions, as it marked the last time the Albiceleste lifted the coveted trophy. Since then, the once-dominant youth powerhouse has struggled to replicate that success — not even reaching a semifinal. The tournament in Canada also marked the fourth occasion in which Argentina excelled both collectively and individually. Once again, their talismanic forward swept both major individual awards — the Golden Ball and the Golden Boot. With the exception of 1979, when Diego Maradona was named the best player and his strike partner Ramón Díaz claimed the top scorer award, Argentina produced three double winners: Javier Saviola in 2001 , Lionel Messi in 2005, and Sergio Agüero in 2007. All three went on to shine at senior level, especially El Diego and La Pulga. Facts and Figures The 2007 edition was filled with off-pitch drama and record-breaking moments, making it one of the most eventful tournaments in U20 histo...
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