Germany emerged victorious against Argentina in a penalty shootout, securing a 4-2 win after a thrilling 3-3 draw in the semi-final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup™.
Paris Brunner, with goals in the 9th and 58th minutes, played a crucial role, ultimately sealing the win with a shootout-winning penalty.
Agustin Ruberto’s remarkable hat-trick for Argentina went unrewarded as Germany clinched the victory in the penalty shootout, with Konstantin Heide earning the title of Player of the Match for his outstanding performance and crucial saves.
The game showcased high-intensity action, with both teams displaying exceptional skill and determination. Despite Germany leading 3-2 in the dying moments of regular time, Ruberto’s impressive 97th-minute goal forced the match into a penalty shootout.
Heide’s remarkable saves, denying Argentina’s first two attempts, proved instrumental in Germany’s success. Brunner opened the scoring for Germany with a skillful play on the left flank, slipping the ball past Argentina’s goalkeeper in the 9th minute.
Ruberto responded for Argentina with a hat-trick, including a sensational goal in first-half stoppage time that left spectators in awe. However, Germany rallied in the second half, with Brunner netting another goal and Max Moerstedt securing the lead with a header in the 69th minute.
The dramatic finale saw Ruberto’s last-minute equalizer, setting the stage for the unforgettable penalty shootout. Heide’s heroics in goal, combined with crucial saves from Argentina’s Franco Mastantuono and Claudio Echeverri, secured Germany’s place in the final.
This FIFA U-17 World Cup™ clash will be remembered as a classic encounter, highlighting the skill and determination of both teams. Germany now advances to the final, carrying the momentum of this nail-biting victory.
