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Argentina Crowned Vertex Cup Champions in London
Argentina defeated China 3-0 to win the Vertex Cup in London, completing an unbeaten tournament highlighted by two dramatic comebacks and a dominant final performance.
Lucas Aguirre ·
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Vertex Cup Delivers Another Dramatic Matchday in London
Mexico defeated China 3-0 behind an Edy Lugo brace and a late Alberto Cisneros goal, while Argentina came back from 2-0 down to defeat Tanzania 3-2 through a Mateo Sánchez double and a 95th-minute winner from Tobías Goytía.
Lucas Aguirre ·
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Vertex Cup Kicks Off With Drama in London
Argentina came back to draw Mexico 2-2 before winning on penalties, while Tanzania defeated China 1-0 to finish the opening day at the top of the Vertex Cup standings.
Lucas Aguirre ·
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The Vertex Cup Is Back: A New Edition, a New Stage in London
The Vertex Cup moves from Miami to London for its second edition, bringing together Argentina, Mexico, China and Tanzania at U-17 level. All four nations have qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup, giving the tournament an added significance as a preparation opportunity before Qatar. The story also looks back at the inaugural Miami edition and the journeys that have taken the four London participants to the World Cup.
Lucas Aguirre ·